Merlin: The Darkest Hour (Part 2) - Series 4 Episode 2 preview - BBC One

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Watch the BBC first on iPlayer 👉 bbc.in/iPlayer-Home www.bbc.co.uk/merlin Arthur knows Merlin needs help if he is to survive. He tells the Knights they must return to Camelot immediately. Sir Leon voices his concern - they cannot abandon their quest, for though Merlin might live, thousands more will certainly die.
Lancelot offers to take Merlin back to Gaius whilst the others continue on without them. Arthur reluctantly agrees. But Merlin is fully aware that Arthur intends to sacrifice himself on the Isle of the Blessed and begs the Prince to take him with him. Arthur refuses, leaving Merlin powerless to stop him.
As Lancelot leads the stricken Merlin off, Arthur watches him go. It is a painful parting, for the two friends know they will never see each other again...
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[@Medicranger]

Merlin being carried by Percival with all the knights behind him... he has the same respect as the knights. Very powerful

[@akinkunmimarytemitope2537]

He didn't know that we know he knows he's a honorary knight.

[@judithswarovski3028]

He deserves to be knighted, tbh

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Yes. Very good point. Notice how all the knights look shocked and discouraged when Merlin gets injured.

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

@@akinkunmimarytemitope2537 Arthur trained Merlin very well, possibly better than his knights. The beginning of 4x05 appears to prove this.

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

@@judithswarovski3028 That's what Lancelot said.

[@522nibbles]

You can tell even Arthur didn't want to separate from Merlin at this point. He didn't even want to finish the quest. Shit, I don't blame him.

[@philkaseyewitness6912]

He was in pain when he was separated from him

[@dickensochieng8026]

He loved merlin so much

[@dahliastay5981]

Arthur holding back tears must be the saddest thing to watch istg

[@philkaseyewitness6912]

He was

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Depressing. Also, Merlin lying in a semi-comatose state is really awful.

[@leostore5650]

Bonne combat

[@erinhillis9068]

“No man is worth your tears.” Says Arthur. 😢😢😢

[@vinoshussen]

I'd like to name merlin accounts، please

[@victoriasharpe1661]

I don’t know how Arthur wasn’t crying properly when watching him ride away. Even coming to death, merlin wanted to go with him 😭

[@ffskipper2708]

Victoria Sharpe 1 year ago of you comment and im her

[@dominiquehernandez8977]

Arthur’s words, “No man is worth your tears.” This scene: Me: Come on man at least a little tear!

[@NMLeepsa]

It made me cry just now

[@alaynaal-awaj8536]

You can see he is fighting to hold back his tears towards the end

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Not everybody expresses their grief in the same way.

[@peagod4925]

i love seeing top comments from just a few months ago, it’s nice to see the fandom still a little active

[@nafisabegum6301]

I agree

[@cheeseclover]

WEEEEEEEEEE

[@lilshifty4758]

@@ML_Vanilla fanfic

[@portuguesefan3]

@@ML_Vanilla Exactly fanfic is the best option

[@VidsUKOGB]

Altoid Bazingá when it aired was the best times, not knowing what was next, Saturday night, Chinese takeaway and the warm fire beside you :(

[@sazp5039]

That friendship that they have built up is so plain now... arthurs face at the end says it all

[@reazseckdiouman4879]

That's true

[@dannysimion]

Thats true but if you're talking reality - he does have to think of his kingdom first. Realistically, he'd have to think of the bigger picture first and foremost and unfortunately that means making some really tough choices.

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Yes, agreed. Very good point.

[@chrisrogers8856]

Hello saz. P.

[@Amanda___]

You could tell he was holding back tears :(

[@arielhemmings7099]

the tears welling up in Arthur’s eyes is most heartbreaking scene

[@Sora90Kairi]

0:45 This part of the scene reminds me of Harry Potter, where Hagrid was carrying Harry.

[@-magnus-8898]

True

[@bi_cycle]

#ArthurIsDraco

[@lilytang9082]

Very true

[@dixi-marip.3373]

Akash Sharma Whyyyy must you make me cry

[@Noone-ue3bg]

Same

[@inassh8685]

The way he looks at Merlin .. Two words: TRUE LOVE! This is LOVE .. I don't care which type of love.. all I know is: I would love to have someone love me as these love each other..

[@kadiannblackwood2844]

I want the love that rose and jack had❤💟

[@vaevictis1697]

I think thats whats so special about the show, that friendship, or love, or whatever you dream of it to be, these morals, you dont just see them these days irl, like really, would someone die for you like this? cause no one would for me. So the bond is so missed and wanted to have for normal people like us, so its THAT SPECIAL

[@inassh8685]

@@vaevictis1697 totally agree.. totally.. it's kinda sad but true

[@Tharushi_SM]

It is love, they loved each other unconditionally. It’s very beautiful.

[@serwaaboadi-fw3oi]

​@vaevictis1697 Never thought of it that way, but you could be right

[@maxwellbrooks5430]

I love looking back at the comments from 2011 when they still didn't know what was going to happen in the end.

[@bronismurf63]

Maximus Brooks I

[@Aro_dynamic46]

Maximus Brooks poor little unsuspecting babies

[@comealongpond365]

They're not scarred enough

[@comealongpond365]

*yet*

[@dearmalaysia]

Such innocence...

[@ikrammunye6723]

Okay so this scene is still sad, but this would be so much sadder if it was Arthur who carried Merlin

[@sakurafalls2468]

I know we would all have loved to see that scene, but Percival just happens to be the strongest.

[@Amanda___]

That's what I thought too

[@giacomovenir4928]

In 3 months it is going to be 7 years since this video was released...I am feeling so old and in need of another season of this show!

[@chloethepooh3745]

I know right, this year also makes it 10 years since the show came out😭. I feel so old!

[@giacomovenir4928]

@@chloethepooh3745 i still rewatch it, the series of my whole life at all, I cannot have enough of this show and of its amazing soundtacks I swear.

[@chloethepooh3745]

@@giacomovenir4928 Me too, I also read a ton of fanfiction for it cuz I just can't get enough! I wish there was another season ughhh😭😭😭😭.

[@shalinidewage856]

Bro just wait till 2020 hits...

[@domme1095]

@@shalinidewage856 its 2021 and im still waiting :c

[@margaritacrisostomo9891]

this is the most beautiful scene of the whole series ... all of them worried sick about Merlin ... simply the best!

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Glad to hear someone point out that "all of them" were worried sick about Merlin. The knights respected and valued Merlin, too.

[@mrenaep]

I hate the way they wrote off Lancelot. Freaking jerks.

[@mrenaep]

@lonelypotato jin never found The first time he died, yes. The last time he died, Arthur never knew that he was possessed or anything. He saw him as a betrayer.

[@august1224]

I adored Lancelot and Merlin’s dynamic, with one of the respected knights finally knowing about him. That scene where Lance is like “you’re meant to be. . . dying” and merlin goes “sorry” is a favorite of mine honestly. (I believe it’s the same ep as this w Lance & Merlin riding back.) It’s so precious to me for some reason?? Idk I’ll stop my rambling lol I just adored their friendship & was so sad when he couldn’t be there for Merlin anymore :(

[@fukuoka-musician]

Agree. His relationship with Merlin was a breath of fresh air for the show, with the only confidants until then being Gaius and the dragon. And that's a top-quality actor. They could have included him in much more content.

[@tausak4568]

Same

[@GinnyGrace446]

That part when he saids he wants to come almost makes me cry every time!

[@hermionegranger9965]

Ginny Grace Excuse my dirty mind...

[@adelene2163]

@@hermionegranger9965 😆same with me here guys

[@KeziahC384]

Arthur's face at the end though....

[@philkaseyewitness6912]

He wanted to cry because he wasn't with Merlin.

[@richardbittencourt8515]

Hello dear how are you doing today? It is my pleasure meeting you here.

[@juztuz7021]

Lancelot steals my heart with his charm he is so charming

[@diana.7057]

he is just the best!

[@zulfaking6910]

Bring Merlin back We Are Still Waiting

[@kohakuizumi7110]

Yeah, me too and all the fans of the series

[@arig8905]

-Season 5!!!

[@domme1095]

@@arig8905 6 you mean?

[@mariagr.578]

One season moree

[@jodiescrivener8005]

Honestly merlin is one of the few shows that would work as a reboot while having the same cast

[@Queen-xn9vu]

2018 and I’m still waiting for a modern series of merlin where Arthur returns. I can’t believe it’s been 7 years, time flies I love this show sooo much 😭😭😭

[@maryamatiya3899]

Read the season 6 script. Merlin the kingdom come

[@imadoor2205]

Wait theres goona be new stuff ???

[@imadoor2205]

@Sanjana Vinjamuri awww dang and I may do that

[@just_ise4418]

@Sanjana Vinjamuri honestly, I felt a lot better reading the script you were talking about even if I know that it is not official, it kinda made me less sad

[@miraygo5320]

@@maryamatiya3899 isn’t that just a fan made?

[@michaelawatters8748]

I love this scene. It shows just how much Arthur cares.

[@richardbittencourt8515]

Hello dear how are you doing today? It is my pleasure meeting you here

[@chrisrogers8856]

Hello michaela watters

[@dianamusicsmule9723]

I love Arthur because he is an Incredible friend ,and Lancelot too! I just have no words to explain how much i love them and their friendship.❤️

[@dannysimion]

Oh Merlin, the agony of having to be whisked off and not be by Arthur's side :(

[@mamakooka416]

Still breaks my heart 5 years on 😢

[@lilak854]

Mamakooka I love Merlin so much..

[@nafisabegum6301]

Same here

[@anyareid1100]

Yup

[@saimahaych]

i love how everyone is still watching, like i love us.

[@mainlyjett630]

Everyone just can't seem to not love Merlin lol

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

He's my favourite character, no question about it.

[@Amanda___]

Who can blame them, Merlin is so precious

[@theladymorgana8657]

Only Morgana doesn't and she also did before he poisoned her

[@reazseckdiouman4879]

Arthur is the best king

[@Ace_Opal]

Reaz Seck Diouman The once and future king :D

[@jorgeantoniolopezdelossant8309]

No

[@beecarley4670]

he's also a prat 😂

[@cpeters6586]

Bee Carley and a dollop head

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

@@jorgeantoniolopezdelossant8309 Piss off.

[@twiistedblox6253]

The BBCs shows are dying they should do another season and the dragon said Arthur will rise again when albenians need is greatest

[@conceptodaf]

You're so right. I think a pandemic is reason enough for them to bring this series back.

[@thorr18BEM]

*Albion's

[@yasminesharifian3964]

It's 2019, Boris Johnson is Prime Minister, I do believe we should be hearing from a certain undead king at any moment. Please, bring back Merlin, we're still waiting!

[@KyanosBFF]

Arthur was fully prepared to give up the quest for Merlin

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

As in 5x05, "I'd do the same for any knight..." (Arthur when explaining why he risked so much for Sir Mordred). Arthur is fundamentally a good man, and will never abandon any one of his men.

[@thicketwings05]

i just wana give merlin a hug!

[@MyVwccStar2023]

This scene makes me cry...seeing the state merlin is in and he still asks Arthur to take him with him 😭😭

[@tawhida4366]

The music at the start. I swear idk what it is about the music but it gives me some kind of peace and sadness at the same time 😭 I miss Merlin and Arthur so much :(

[@nyanthittun3161]

2019 August Merlin fandom still active ❤️

[@sunnyangel11327]

Arthur literally would abandon the quest to save a whole kingdom just to save Merlin Man, MerThur

[@fley_official.]

J'aime la façon dont Arthur se soucie de Merlin. Il voulait même retourner à Camelot, quitte à faire deux journées de marches pour lui 😍💕 !! C'est juste trop mignon

[@Amanda___]

I missed the beginning of this episode earlier today, and somehow it feels like KZbin knew that and put this in my recommended so I could see it. I'm grateful for that. Also, it breaks my heart seeing Merlin like this. I know it won't last, but it still hurts knowing that he was dying. I just want to protect him at all costs ♡

[@berrinkacar9960]

Gelmiş Geçmiş En iyi fantastik diziydi bana göre...Efsane bir dizi muhteşem üzerine gecebilcek başka bir dizi yok. Keşke devam etseydi...

[@jaynamyers9874]

The scene of Percival carrying Merlin gave me chills

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Merlin lying in a semi-comatose state gives me chills as well.

[@sandrinen344]

Colin is such a great actor, gosh!

[@deaddudegaming]

What I love is how all knights and Arthur cared and respected him even though he was just Arthur servant. All though he was probably Arthur only true friend.

[@sharmisthadebbarma2767]

Good and kind souls are both Merlin and Arthur.... this scene is one of my favorites..... the eyes of both of them speak of the true love that has bonded them together and it is indeed very painful to hold once tears when one can sense in one of the corner of one's heart that you ll ever meet the person you love dearly. I have seen many series, films or read books but these two characters are indeed true,real and pure where I could connect with them. Truly both are wonderful souls not only in the series but in real life. God bless both of you Colin and Bradely. I wish to have brothers like both of you. Love you both.....

[@granville7]

don't you think claiming them both as your brothers is a little selfish? what about the rest of us?^^ honestly, the show did mostly great in portraying their relationship - and the actors were just phenomenal and a godsend. in this scene Arthur has to assume he won't see Merlin alive ever again and it is about to tear him apart. yet when Merlin makes a surprising comeback next ep all he does is clap him on the shoulder. king or not the Arthur we know would show his relief and be overjoyed. he hugged Merlin that one time when he thought he'd lost him before when Merlin emerged from that bog full of mud. imagine what he'd do this time.

[@Shirley36]

In the previous episode, when the doroccha was about to attack Arthur, Merlin moved in the way instead to protect him and got the full blast of the attack

[@MyVwccStar2023]

That just shows how much Merlin cares for Arthur. If he pushed him out of the way and took the full hit of the attack

[@Linzyia]

2021? Anyone?

[@savannawilliams1955]

It would of been low key funny if merlin yeeted himself off the horse like "nah I said take me with you."

[@angel-pu7su]

marrissa Lambert ikr😂

[@Gold6240]

This scene is so sad...I'm almost in tears when I see it Can anyone tell me the soundtrack ?

[@rozyy15]

The Bond of Sacrifice

[@ella2776]

@@rozyy15 Thank you !

[@conniemirandar]

Arthur watches him go. It is a painful parting, for the two friends know they will never see each other again... Oh my, that just break my hearth :'(

[@gerbillover3186]

The relationship between Merlin and the Knights is like a introverted nerd that got adopted by the football team

[@katewright3287]

I miss this show. It has such a special place in my heart🥺

[@Binafsha77]

Merlin survives. He does not die, he is eternal. His role is amazing.

[@anne-marie1140]

0:44 luther's face: *yeAH bUt dAD SEnT mE tO tHe mOoN*

[@silverstarlightproductions1292]

Ikr? I can't separate the two now! 😄❤️

[@amiajohnson5720]

Best comment ever 😂

[@kaslog]

one of my favorite tv shows after supernatural! i miss you very much(

[@livakehurst8809]

I found this clip when I wrote into youtube 'Gayest merlin Episode'

[@kaorichan3860]

liv akehurst 😂😂😂

[@yormpbirdhouse4407]

Wooow

[@justahuman9273]

It's actually so accurate though xD season 4 had much gayer scenes than the seasons before that!

[@winterberry3412]

I'm ded

[@samaeldeul572]

😂😂😂

[@gfqxt8988]

Round table!... All of them are ready to sacrifice.

[@IronPython-sd5lv]

I love this show, but I was VERY disappointed by the Finale.

[@alphasavage8370]

Ruined the show

[@pipthecow]

Guys it's normal that arthur dies at the end do you not know the original story?

[@crim899]

@@pipthecow oof

[@gwenchase97]

I suggest you to look for, and read the script of the sixth season. You can find it with a quick Google search. It's not official, it was just written by professionals. I think it's very good and it provided me some closure.

[@andiebrown262]

@@pipthecow i want them to write a nice happy version and film it because i can't handle it lmao

[@Izzy-vu6ff]

Glad to see the fandom ain’t dead♥️

[@sevenupdocteurpepper95]

Merlin love you

[@dificuult]

when arthur died at the last season, i wwas about to cry :( and now i still want to watch the last season over :(

[@bi_cycle]

Uh spoilers

[@aleshagarrett7742]

Mate spoilers

[@diana.7057]

what do y'all mean spoilers? this show ended 8 years ago.....

[@yaeln7075]

Love this show so much...this scene is still painful to watch😢

[@sule260]

What happened to merlin?

[@MyVwccStar2023]

​​​​@Şule He pushed Arthur out of the way and took the full force attack of a dorocha also known as voices of the dead and that nearly killed him but miraculously he survived a dorocha is apperently supposed to be able to kill a man with a single touch and is immune to magic

[@natalie8472]

Arthur : i would do anything to complete this quest Person : would you give up Merlin life Arthur : ummmmmm maybe not anything

[@cpeters6586]

I MISS LANCELOT AND I WISH MERLIN CONTINUED THE FANDOM LIVES ON WE ARE IMMORTAL

[@theladymorgana8657]

Indeed we are

[@ARC0210]

2018, bingewatching the whole season on netflix, god i miss this show

[@thursdayschild12]

2020 and season 6 still doesn't come😭 i will never accept that ending.. Its too cruel

[@granville7]

read the script *Kingdom Come* , then watch the fanmade sim-animated version of it and finally let Balencian read it out loud again to you. this s6 is perfect and stays true to all the characters and ties up all the loose ends

[@Ace18928]

This fandom will never die.....😻

[@DeepikaGinger]

I love how Gwaine was near the horse, indicates that he had been checking up on him

[@Marina80808]

I have only started watching merlin and I’m currently on season 3 and I love it. I love the dynamic between Arthur and merlin.

[@lovekookie4ever661]

"Take me with you" Me: crying my eyeballs out

[@NightingaleBrawlhalla]

If they continued this show it'd be so amazing.

[@evesdrop1982]

Coming back to this years later. Loved it the first time (still sad about Morgana though). Loving it all over again this time

[@malahammer]

Aug 2020 and I've binged 4.5 seasons over 2 weeks.....wonderful wonderful program!

[@rosegoldfandoms_5119]

2020 June 1st, anyone still here?

[@jieling5046]

when merlin on the horseback and beg arthur to take him with him, he is so weak and he could barely open his eyes, yet he said 'take me with you, please'. it reminds me in season 5, when merlin lost all his magic and he needs to get to the crystal cave to get them back so he made up a lousy lie said he has to obtain supplies for gaius. the way he says this to arthur is just so desparate, yet sadly arthur thouht that merlin is being scared...:( ARTHUR YOU SEE THIS MAN WOULD REALLY RATHER DIE NEXT TO YOU

[@bzbzbzbzbbzbz1740]

the most series that made me become crazy watching it days and night without sleeping but till now its the still the best to me

[@Shadow-dy6jl]

THE FEELS!! 😭

[@jade_blax]

Those are MY boys ♥️ love it, love Merlin

[@sanijeberisha8844]

gosh the series started playing on my tv again after years and im at this episode lol i dont want to see the movie ending bc i know arthur will die (ive seen them years ago but i remember the ending really well)🥺

[@sibs544]

He should have found put towards the end of season 3 or early 4 and not accept it at first but then accept it bringing magic back.

[@celiaramiro1927]

Please bring Merlin and Arthur back for the 10 year anniversary of the finale episode

[@rizickwilson725]

I loveeee them.... Wow my intention is good when I watch this movieee live long life Colin and Bradley

[@emmepaulino2310]

Who's watching in 2017? Crying

[@baileydavis3743]

Emme Paulino me

[@msbrittJRmiller]

Emme Paulino me. Crying too

[@cristinejilimy9847]

Emme Paulino 2018. Still crying

[@roselotus1031]

2019 and still crying

[@oomphdooph]

2020 and still crying

[@happysquare8045]

This seen still brings tears to my eyes Merlin beging to stay with Arthur and Arthur just there like I no I can't risk you :'(

[@amberdawn2390]

years later and I'm still as in love with Lance and merlin as I was when I first watched this ugh god I miss my babies

[@lidyamaldinip9370]

I love seeing comments from just a days ago. It's nice to see this fandom still alive

[@mariasophie408]

this whole series breaks my heart. I love this friendship and I could cry in every moment naww

[@Curlyteacher537]

Arthur must feel truly alone without his shadow by his side to watch over him

[@sofianase8883]

I just finished this episode. I'm going slow bc I heard it had a sad ending and I dont want it to end...

[@shehanigeethma9629]

I love them and They love each other

[@MahdiHaliru]

Pls, bring Merlin back.

[@lyraginne8619]

2020 guys? 😭😭😭

[@selenasantos7490]

The thumbnail is the post I saw on Instagram, that made me go 😲 "what's this," and that's how I found out about BBC Merlin, that made me fall in love with the show

[@lancedelcastillo2213]

Love it

[@fantasticrox9196]

Arthur’s face 😭😭😭😭😭

[@gitehialex9756]

Lancelot was the most noble of all the knights

[@aurora0534]

Everyone needs friend like Merlin -like Arthur 🎇❤

[@elisabethmhawkins9025]

Currently re watching Merlin, on season 2 ❤

[@E3ECO]

I know Merlin's the star, but I always kind of liked Arthur in this series.

[@mrmaclovin255]

He was the second main character dw

[@Musicienne-DAB1995]

Good, becuase I like him as well.

[@evilashangel]

This is a sign... I have to rewatch the series.

[@isankadesilva4020]

excellent TV series..

[@ary7097]

I love this series so much. I cried the whole day because of the ending and i cant get over it for a week!!!!!!! WHYYY

[@user-zh7tn7ok9o]

O yea Just yesterday have finished watched it. I'm still crying

[@NaturalBidoha]

KIGELIA AFRICANA| SAUSAGE TREE FOR PE...S ENLARGEMENT AND BREAST FIRMNESS👌🏿

[@user-N20]

This show has shown my heart new ways to say Ouch

[@minsugar9482]

all i want is another season, even an episode of merlin. pleaseeeeeeeee

[@elleno2383]

7 years ago wtf

[@thorr18BEM]

Is that all?