Merlin: Season 3
Swords, sorcery, and swashbuckling adventure return in the third series of Merlin, following our heroes as they face their greatest challenge yet. As the narrative unfolds, misbegotten secrets are exposed and old friends choose new sides. Through these developments, the characters soon discover that the great battle for Camelot is only just beginning.
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Merlin is a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers.
- Arthur is the prince and heir to the crown of Camelot.
- Merlin and Arthur share an unlikely friendship.
- The television programme is a British fantasy adventure drama loosely based on Arthurian legends regarding the close relations of Merlin and King Arthur.
Season overview
Swords, sorcery, and swashbuckling adventure return in the third series of Merlin, following our heroes as they face their greatest challenge yet. As the narrative unfolds, misbegotten secrets are exposed and old friends choose new sides. Through these developments, the characters soon discover that the great battle for Camelot is only just beginning.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
The Tears of Uther Pendragon (1)
Sep 11, 2010 · 43 min
A year after her disappearance and when almost all hope is lost, Morgana returns to Camelot. While Merlin is afraid she might remember the circumstances of her disappearance and gi
The Tears of Uther Pendragon (2)
Sep 18, 2010 · 43 min
With the help of the Great Dragon, Merlin manages to return to Camelot only to find out that is it on the verge of invasion: Morgause and Cenred have teamed up and plot against a w
Goblin's Gold
Sep 25, 2010 · 44 min
When Merlin comes across a secret chamber, he accidentally releases a goblin. The mischievous little creature possesses Gaius, making the wise and renowned court physician turn int
Gwaine
Oct 2, 2010 · 43 min
Merlin and Arthur find themselves outnumbered in a bar fight but an enigmatic young man helps them win. The man’s name is Gwaine and he risks his own life to protect Arthur but dur
The Crystal Cave
Oct 9, 2010 · 44 min
After an unexpected meeting with the enigmatic old sorcerer Taliesin, the wizard takes Merlin to the crystal cave allowing him to witness a glimpse of the future. However, this ges
The Changeling
Oct 16, 2010 · 44 min
Uther pressures Arthur into an arranged marriage with a visiting princess, Elena, though Merlin soon has reservations after discovering that Elena may not exactly be who she claims
The Castle of Fyrien
Oct 23, 2010 · 43 min
Gwen faces an impossible dilemma when she is forced to choose between saving the life of Elyan, her estranged brother and only sibling or Arthur's, Camelot's prince and the love of
The Eye of the Phoenix
Oct 30, 2010 · 44 min
Arthur embarks alone on a quest to prove himself worthy of the Camelot throne by retrieving the Golden Trident from the Fisher King. With the Prince beyond the protection of the c
Love in the Time of Dragons
Nov 6, 2010 · 43 min
An old flame of Gaius' arrives in Camelot under the influence of a Manticore.
Queen of Hearts
Nov 13, 2010 · 43 min
When Uther banishes Gwen from the kingdom, Arthur resolves to leave Camelot with her.
The Sorcerer's Shadow
Nov 20, 2010 · 44 min
Camelot's legendary tournament only has one rule: there are no rules whatsoever. Terrifying warriors start to fill the mythical city, Gilli between them. Despite his small stature,
The Coming of Arthur (1)
Nov 27, 2010 · 43 min
Arthur and Merlin embark on a dangerous mission to capture the Cup of Life, a powerful magical artifact that carries the gift of immortality. However, before they are able to retri
The Coming of Arthur (2)
Dec 4, 2010 · 43 min
Will Arthur be able to save Camelot from the evil Morgana? Morgana, newly crowned as Queen of Camelot, begins a reign of terrible evil over the innocent citizens of the kingdom. Co