S01E01: 'The Dragon's Call'

Can Merlin really fill The Doctor's Converse trainers? It's almost time to find out, and expectations are high given the lavish production values, star-studded cast and its pickup in the US. In true tradition, here are several spoilers, with one magical red herring thrown into the potion...

Merlin is battered by rotten fruit.

There's a voodoo doll involved in proceedings.

Merlin takes a swing at Arthur.

High-pitched vocals can be a deadly weapon.

The Great Dragon tells Merlin that he must protect a certain person.

A body swap takes place.

The Great Dragon arrived from another planet many centuries ago.

Guinevere tries to make a move on the young sorcerer.