Who starred as Merlin in the TV series of the same name?

‘In a land of myth, and a time of magic…the destiny of a great kingdom rests on the shoulders of a young boy. His name…Merlin.’

‘Merlin’ is a British fantasy-adventure drama television programme, loosely based on the Arthurian legends regarding the close relations of Merlin and King Arthur. Created by Julian Jones, Jake Michie, Johnny Capps, and Julian Murphy for the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation), it was broadcast for five series on BBC One between 20th September 2008 and 24th December 2012.

Colin Morgan (born on 1st January 1986) is a Northern Irish actor. He made his London theatre debut in 2007. Morgan is best known for playing the title role in the BBC TV series 'Merlin' from 2008 to 2012.

Merlin chronicles the adventures of a young warlock who serves as Arthur's servant and Gaius' ward. Merlin must secretly develop his magical gifts under the gaze of Kings Uther and Arthur, both of whom despise the art.

Morgan was nominated for and won multiple acting awards, including the ‘Caron Keating Outstanding Newcomer Award’ in the 56th annual Variety Club Showbiz Award ceremony on 16th November 2008 and the ‘Best Actor in Drama Performance: Male’ award in the 2013 National Television.

Before auditioning for the role, Morgan received the script for Prince Arthur by mistake. He only had five minutes before his audition to read over the correct part.