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The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin is a seven-episode fantasy drama produced by DailyWire+. It is an ambitious reimagining of the Arthurian legend, based on Stephen R. Lawhead's acclaimed novels.
Here’s how to watch "The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin" season 2 online in the U.S. and worldwide, plus how to stream securely when you travel.
“The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin” premieres on January 22, 2026, exclusively on DailyWire+. DailyWire+ has also offered early access to Episodes 1 and 2 for All Access members, ahead of the main premiere date.
• U.S. — Watch on DailyWire+
• International — Watch on DailyWire+
• Watch anywhere — try a NordVPN to access your apps while traveling
Season 1 squeezes the first two books, Taliesin and Merlin, into seven episodes, and plenty of readers are already debating what gets left on the cutting room floor.
On top of that, Daily Wire’s involvement has sparked plenty of online noise, with some viewers hoping for a more family-friendly alternative to modern dark fantasy like "Game of Thrones".
On screen, the pitch is straightforward and grounded. We follow Merlin, born Myrddin, son of an Atlantean princess and the bard Taliesin, as he chases a vision of a unified Britain called the Kingdom of Summer. The show plants you in post-Roman Britain, with invaders at the borders and Christianity rubbing up against older beliefs.
It was filmed in Italy and Hungary, and early viewers have called out the cinematography as better than you might expect from an indie-backed production.
Watch 'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' in the U.S.
In the U.S., “The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin” is available exclusively on DailyWire+. The series officially launches on January 22, 2026. If you are an All Access member, you can stream Episodes 1 and 2 early.
Prices in the U.S. start at $15/month.
You can watch in a web browser, or via the DailyWire+ app on platforms including Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Chromecast, plus iOS and Android.
Watch 'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' from anywhere
Travelling and blocked from your usual apps? A VPN, or virtual private network, lets your device appear to be back in your home country, so you can securely use your existing subscriptions while abroad.
We have tested many options, and NordVPN is one of the strongest all-around choices thanks to its fast speeds and broad device support. You can try it risk-free thanks to its 30-day money-back guarantee.
Watch 'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' in the U.K.
In the U.K., the setup is the same. DailyWire+ is the only streaming home listed for the show, and it is not scheduled to be available on local platforms such as BBC iPlayer, Sky, or Netflix.
The full launch date is January 22, 2026, with Episodes 1 and 2 available early for All Access members. Device support includes major streaming sticks and boxes, mobile apps, and web playback.
If you are travelling outside the U.K., a VPN such as NordVPN can help you access your existing subscription as if you were at home.
Watch 'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' in Canada
Canadian viewers can also watch exclusively on DailyWire+, with the full series launching January 22, 2026. Early access to Episodes 1 and 2 is available via the All Access tier.
DailyWire+ supports viewing via the browser and the app on common streaming devices, as well as iOS and Android.
Watch 'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' in Australia
In Australia, “The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin” is available on DailyWire+ rather than on local services such as Stan or Binge, with the full launch set for January 22, 2026. All Access members can stream Episodes 1 and 2 early.
You can watch via web, mobile apps, and on TV devices such as Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and Chromecast.
'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' — trailer
'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' — cast
- Tom Sharp as Merlin
- Rose Reid as Charis
- James Arden as Taliesin
- Brett Cooper as Ganieda
- Emree Franklin as Morgain
- Myles Clohessy as Uther
'The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin' — FAQs
How many episodes are there? Season 1 runs to seven episodes, so you are looking at a fairly tight, limited run rather than a long, open-ended fantasy sprawl.
Can I watch it on my TV? Yes. If you want to watch on the big screen, the DailyWire+ app supports Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Chromecast.
Is it based on a book? Yes. The series adapts the first two novels, Taliesin and Merlin, from Stephen R. Lawhead’s Pendragon Cycle.
Is it historically accurate? It is not aiming for textbook history, as it leans into fantasy elements such as Atlantean magic. That said, it is framed around a more grounded take on post-Roman Britain, broadly the 4th to 6th centuries, rather than the later medieval, knights in shining armor version many TV viewers expect.
Is it suitable for families? It is unrated (NR) and is being marketed as a cinematic epic with themes of faith, redemption, and spiritual transformation. Based on the positioning so far, the intent is a more grounded alternative to modern dark fantasy, though parents will still want to make the call for their household.
Where was it filmed? Filming took place on location in Italy and Hungary, using real-world landscapes to evoke the ancient setting.
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