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Q&A: Merlin's Bradley James
Published Tuesday, Sep 15 2009, 15:16 BST | By Neil Wilkes | 51 comments
Day Two of Merlin Week here on Tube Talk - hmm, maybe we should have branded this 'Merlin Madness' instead? Alliteration is always good - and it's time for a catchup with the future King, Arthur.
Or, more accurately, it's time for a catchup with actor Bradley James. Will Arthur ever find out about Merlin's little secret? Does Arthur start to pay attention to future Queen Gwen this series? Click 'play' below to find out!
(By the way, a combination of filming on a black background and Bradley wearing a black jacket does rather make him appear like a floating head - our apologies).
How do you think Arthur will react if he finds out about Merlin's powers? Would you prefer him to be with Gwen or Morgana? How soon should he ascend to the throne? Add your comments to this entry below!
Or, more accurately, it's time for a catchup with actor Bradley James. Will Arthur ever find out about Merlin's little secret? Does Arthur start to pay attention to future Queen Gwen this series? Click 'play' below to find out!
(By the way, a combination of filming on a black background and Bradley wearing a black jacket does rather make him appear like a floating head - our apologies).
How do you think Arthur will react if he finds out about Merlin's powers? Would you prefer him to be with Gwen or Morgana? How soon should he ascend to the throne? Add your comments to this entry below!
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Paria, on July 1st, 2011
Well, It is not a long time that I have seen Merlin. I like to Arthur be with Morgana and I think Arthur will understand Merlin and he will count on him.
Well, It is not a long time that I have seen Merlin. I like to Arthur be with Morgana and I think Arthur will understand Merlin and he will count on him.
Ashley, on January 18th, 2011
Arthur and Gwen have a lot of chemistry. But they are happening way to slow. I hope we will see more of them in season 4.Morgana and Arthur always had a brother/sister kind of chemistry.
Arthur and Gwen have a lot of chemistry. But they are happening way to slow. I hope we will see more of them in season 4.Morgana and Arthur always had a brother/sister kind of chemistry.
Dahlia , on December 13th, 2010
I want to wish MARRY CHRITMAS to Bradley James and HAPPY NEW YEAR. May this coming season bring a joy and prosperity.
I want to wish MARRY CHRITMAS to Bradley James and HAPPY NEW YEAR. May this coming season bring a joy and prosperity.
Dahlia, on October 29th, 2010
Do the best Bradley James. I like to see your movie. In MERLIN you look mancho but sometime you're so rude. Somehow i still like to see your movie.
Do the best Bradley James. I like to see your movie. In MERLIN you look mancho but sometime you're so rude. Somehow i still like to see your movie.
Chocolate, on October 10th, 2010
neither. gwen and arthur have no chemistry AT ALL, and morgana and arthur were half-siblings in the legend, and they have a similar relationship in this show, so that would be just weird. arthur and merlin, ALL THE WAY.
neither. gwen and arthur have no chemistry AT ALL, and morgana and arthur were half-siblings in the legend, and they have a similar relationship in this show, so that would be just weird. arthur and merlin, ALL THE WAY.
LESSIE CLAYBORNE, on September 25th, 2010
FIRST REACTION TO FACT OF MERLIN'S POWERS WILL BE ANGER--NOT LIKE UTHERS, AS THAT REALITY WOULD END IN MERLINS DEATH. ARTHUR WILL BEGIN TO REMEMBER HOW FAR THEIR RELATIONSHIP HAS COME, AND THE MANY TIMES MERLIN HAS SAVED HIS LIFE. HE'LL EVENTUALLY GET USED TO THE IDEA!!!I WOULD DEFINITELY PREFER ARTHUR WITH GWEN. I THINK THEY HAVE FABULOUS CHEMISTRY. WHAT A STORY THEY WILL TELL!!!
FIRST REACTION TO FACT OF MERLIN'S POWERS WILL BE ANGER--NOT LIKE UTHERS, AS THAT REALITY WOULD END IN MERLINS DEATH. ARTHUR WILL BEGIN TO REMEMBER HOW FAR THEIR RELATIONSHIP HAS COME, AND THE MANY TIMES MERLIN HAS SAVED HIS LIFE. HE'LL EVENTUALLY GET USED TO THE IDEA!!!I WOULD DEFINITELY PREFER ARTHUR WITH GWEN. I THINK THEY HAVE FABULOUS CHEMISTRY. WHAT A STORY THEY WILL TELL!!!
Daisy, on August 17th, 2010
Both also not suitable Gwen and Morgana for Prince Arthur (Bradley James). Please think it with cool mind and especially with logic.
Both also not suitable Gwen and Morgana for Prince Arthur (Bradley James). Please think it with cool mind and especially with logic.
Diane Carney, on July 28th, 2010
Merlin has always let Arthur take the credit...so Merlin somehow will allow Arthur to believe he has always known that there was something odd about Merlin. That he(Arthur) was protecting Merlin from his father, Uther. To be King? soon, but Arthur still has a few things to learn, Merlin too.
Merlin has always let Arthur take the credit...so Merlin somehow will allow Arthur to believe he has always known that there was something odd about Merlin. That he(Arthur) was protecting Merlin from his father, Uther. To be King? soon, but Arthur still has a few things to learn, Merlin too.
Helen, on June 18th, 2010
Arthur/Morgana over Arthur/Gwen anytime! A/G was way too rushed and don't have as much chemistry!
Arthur/Morgana over Arthur/Gwen anytime! A/G was way too rushed and don't have as much chemistry!
Katie England, on April 5th, 2010
100% all for Arthur/Gwen. Yes maybe it was a bit rushed but they're so cute together.
100% all for Arthur/Gwen. Yes maybe it was a bit rushed but they're so cute together.
haslina from malaysia, on March 21st, 2010
i think arthur will be suprise to know that merlin has such power.i prefer arthur with gwen cause she will guide arthur to be a good king
i think arthur will be suprise to know that merlin has such power.i prefer arthur with gwen cause she will guide arthur to be a good king
Mariam, Canada, on February 8th, 2010
omgg, i love this show. but i think, like most other people, that the arthur&gwen relationship was rushed. they hadnt even ended the relationship between arthur and morgana yet. and then the thing i really dont get is why gwen gets with lancelot! ...while her relationship with arthur was still going. omgggg.. but its still an awesome show. and i reallyyy want arthur to find out about merlin's powers already!! cant wait for the 3rd season to come out.. i cant believe its coming in september!!! so far awayy.
omgg, i love this show. but i think, like most other people, that the arthur&gwen relationship was rushed. they hadnt even ended the relationship between arthur and morgana yet. and then the thing i really dont get is why gwen gets with lancelot! ...while her relationship with arthur was still going. omgggg.. but its still an awesome show. and i reallyyy want arthur to find out about merlin's powers already!! cant wait for the 3rd season to come out.. i cant believe its coming in september!!! so far awayy.
Neda, CA, on December 22nd, 2009
I agree with everyone who said the Arthur/Gwen relationship seemed too rushed and forced for them. I was looking forward to seeing the Arthur/Morgana dynamic unfold before Arthur/Gwen started and unfortunately that didn't seem to happen in series 2. Overall I love the show, I just wish they had taken their time with Arthur/Gwen and let Arthur/Morgana unfold naturally before moving on
I agree with everyone who said the Arthur/Gwen relationship seemed too rushed and forced for them. I was looking forward to seeing the Arthur/Morgana dynamic unfold before Arthur/Gwen started and unfortunately that didn't seem to happen in series 2. Overall I love the show, I just wish they had taken their time with Arthur/Gwen and let Arthur/Morgana unfold naturally before moving on
hazlin hafaris, Malaysia on December 20th, 2009, on December 20th, 2009
I adore this series too much & cant wait for the moment of Merlin revealing his power plus the r/ship built up between ARWEN is beautiful. "the man i am inside"....Arthur is heading to the right direction as Gwen by his side & I really2 wish that their romance blooms beautifully.
I adore this series too much & cant wait for the moment of Merlin revealing his power plus the r/ship built up between ARWEN is beautiful. "the man i am inside"....Arthur is heading to the right direction as Gwen by his side & I really2 wish that their romance blooms beautifully.
Nadia Washington D.C., on December 3rd, 2009
I really do love this series. Bradley James fits Prince Arthurs role perfectly. I like how theyre building on the dynamic between Gwen and Arthur in the second series, and the trials Merlin faces not revealing his powers. Overall, its great. I hope they go a long ways with this series:) Oh and awesome interview! Had all the right words at the right time. All the best to you Bradley!
I really do love this series. Bradley James fits Prince Arthurs role perfectly. I like how theyre building on the dynamic between Gwen and Arthur in the second series, and the trials Merlin faces not revealing his powers. Overall, its great. I hope they go a long ways with this series:) Oh and awesome interview! Had all the right words at the right time. All the best to you Bradley!
Amy England, on November 30th, 2009
I love Bradley and yeah, i don't really like Gwen. I think they went away from the origonal legends too much with her, however, on the plus side they could stray away from the beaten path completeley and create a whole new character for Arthur to marry and let Gwen get off with Lancelot. and you know, i think if they did that i should be hired to play the girl he ends up with, you know to "save" other women from having to kiss him lol.... no? ok, well, a girls gotta dream! Love the show sooo much!!!!! xxx
I love Bradley and yeah, i don't really like Gwen. I think they went away from the origonal legends too much with her, however, on the plus side they could stray away from the beaten path completeley and create a whole new character for Arthur to marry and let Gwen get off with Lancelot. and you know, i think if they did that i should be hired to play the girl he ends up with, you know to "save" other women from having to kiss him lol.... no? ok, well, a girls gotta dream! Love the show sooo much!!!!! xxx
Maria, England, on November 23rd, 2009
Awwww Bradley is just so adorable! I wish that Arthur would find out about Merlin soon but I dont think that will happen for at least another series ... and there prob will be another, I think the show is sold in scores of countries and it fills in the Dr Who slot ... so yeah should be renewed. Not to mention how sweet aand yummy Colin and Bradley are! Not to keen on the Arthur/Gwen thing ... never really liked Gwen, even in the original legend. Hopefully they wont move that one on too quickly. Love the show!
Awwww Bradley is just so adorable! I wish that Arthur would find out about Merlin soon but I dont think that will happen for at least another series ... and there prob will be another, I think the show is sold in scores of countries and it fills in the Dr Who slot ... so yeah should be renewed. Not to mention how sweet aand yummy Colin and Bradley are! Not to keen on the Arthur/Gwen thing ... never really liked Gwen, even in the original legend. Hopefully they wont move that one on too quickly. Love the show!
Inkblood♪♪latuacantante- USA, on October 24th, 2009
I don't think there will be a spectacular event when Merlin reveals his powers. Arthur already knows-he's just in denial. Gwen and Arthur are so cute together. Morgan la Fay-er, Morgana- and Arthur look like a Fairytale couple, the King and Queen of the noble prince off to find his true(and often "un-noble") true love. They wouldn't really love each other, they'd just be friends; stage props in the background of their child's fairytale. Finally, Uther needs to drink some poisoned wime while Merlin and Gaius are away...ARTHUR SHOULD BE KING NOW! Gwen can fix whatever personality disorders he has-she's done it already!
I don't think there will be a spectacular event when Merlin reveals his powers. Arthur already knows-he's just in denial. Gwen and Arthur are so cute together. Morgan la Fay-er, Morgana- and Arthur look like a Fairytale couple, the King and Queen of the noble prince off to find his true(and often "un-noble") true love. They wouldn't really love each other, they'd just be friends; stage props in the background of their child's fairytale. Finally, Uther needs to drink some poisoned wime while Merlin and Gaius are away...ARTHUR SHOULD BE KING NOW! Gwen can fix whatever personality disorders he has-she's done it already!
Shweller, Russia, on October 11th, 2009
I prefer him to be with Merlin
I prefer him to be with Merlin
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i think Arthur will accept Merlin as what he is coz he's not Uther. I prefer Arthur and Gwen. But need to see more scenes about their love story.