Arthur The King (1990) - 1. Merlin, starring Paul Scofield and Anna Massey

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ARTHUR THE KING is a classic, seven-episode treatment of the myths of King Arthur, roughly following the pattern set by Sir Thomas Malory. Each episode focuses on a different figure... Paul Scofield and Anna Massey star as Merlin and Morgana...
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[@PerryWidhalm]

Thanks for uploading.

[@davidcurrie3449]

I loved this series when it was first broadcast when I was a teenager

[@MysticalMagpie-wo5fn]

Me too. Sunday nights, Radio 3. Vivid memories.

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Difficult to believe it's almost 35 years ago ☹️

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Terrifying, isn't it? I can remember falling asleep during episode 5 because I had blood poisoning. On the upside - no school the next day!