Historians generally agree that the legendary versions of Arthur and Merlin are —amalgamations of several real-life figures from the "Dark Ages" (roughly 5th–6th century A.D.). Who Was the "Real" King Arthur?
: They examine the History of the Kings of Britain , written by Geoffrey of Monmouth in 1136, which is widely considered the source of the modern legend.
In this TV movie, actors (Merlin) and Bradley James (Arthur) embark on a road trip across Wales and Britain to explore the roots of the Arthurian legends. 8.7 The Real Merlin & Arthur
The search for the "Real" Merlin and Arthur typically leads to two distinct places: the 2009 documentary featuring the stars of the BBC series Merlin and the actual historical candidates that may have inspired these legendary figures.
: The pair travels from Cardiff to Mold and across the Welsh landscape to consult experts and visit historical sites. Historians generally agree that the legendary versions of
: The documentary highlights that while the TV series is a fantasy, the legends themselves were based on centuries of Welsh folklore and early chronicles that were later "modified" for medieval audiences. The Historical Figures
The History of Merlin and King Arthur: The Earliest Version of the Arthurian Legend In this TV movie, actors (Merlin) and Bradley
Most specialists today view Arthur as a mythological figure, but several historical candidates have been proposed: Go to product viewer dialog for this item.