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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 4 Episode 3 - The Wicked Day
    8.3/10(17 votes)

    S4:E3

    The mighty citadel is buzzing in anticipation of the Prince's birthday celebrations, as the fantasy drama continues. But Arthur's old adversary, Odin, promises to ensure this is one party Camelot will never forget - for among the assembling guests lurks a deadly assassin set to strike. As the dust settles, Camelot is left devastated. Just how far is Merlin prepared to go to put things right; would he really risk everything and reveal his secret?

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  2. undefined Season 1 Episode 11 - The Labyrinth of Gedref
    8.2/10(16 votes)

    S1:E11

    Arthur brings a curse upon Camelot. Eager to help his people, he asks Anhora for advice. But is he brave enough to face the challenges ahead?

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  3. undefined Season 2 Episode 8 - The Sins of the Father
    8.2/10(15 votes)

    S2:E8

    Arthur is challenged to a duel by a mysterious warrior. Arthur and Merlin then find themselves on a quest on Morgause's behalf. A dark secret is discovered by Arthur that could change Camelot forever.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  4. undefined Season 1 Episode 6 - Episode Six
    8.0/10(23 votes)

    S1:E6

    The gang realizes that there's something weird going on in town and it looks like the mysterious, straightlaced "Virtue" organization is behind it.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  5. undefined Season 3 Episode 10 - Queen of Hearts
    7.9/10(17 votes)

    S3:E10

    When Uther banishes Gwen from the kingdom, Arthur resolves to leave Camelot with her.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  6. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode One
    7.8/10(26 votes)

    S1:E1

    A group of misfits with nothing in common must perform community service, but get caught in a freak storm that gives them superpowers.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  7. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Valiant
    7.7/10(19 votes)

    S1:E2

    Camelot is hosting its annual sword tournament and knights from throughout the realm have come to compete for its coveted title. Amongst those hoping to win the crown is Knight Valiant.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  8. undefined Season 1 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.7/10(16 votes)

    S1:E2

    After the devastating alien attack, disparate pockets of survivors emerge into a shattered world. They quickly realise they must put their differences aside if they are to stand any chance of survival. For they are not alone. Something sinister lurks in the shadows and whatever it is, it won't consider its victory complete until it has killed every last human. But who are these attackers and why are they hell-bent on destruction?

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  9. undefined Season 3 Episode 3 - Goblin's Gold
    7.7/10(16 votes)

    S3:E3

    When Merlin comes across a secret chamber, he accidentally releases a goblin. The mischievous little creature possesses Gaius, making the wise and renowned court physician turn into a shadow of his former self, quickly developing a taste for gold, ale and magical jokes. To make things worse, the king suddenly becomes bald and a nasty scourge of flatulence hits the royal household. Will Merlin be able to figure out the source of all troubles, return the gobblin back to where he came from and put an end to the havoc before any real damage is done?

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  10. undefined Season 4 Episode 10 - A Herald of the New Age
    7.6/10(14 votes)

    S4:E10

    The Camelot Knights stumble across an eerie shrine deep in the forest, its chilling atmosphere betraying a dark history best left undisturbed, as the magical drama continues. But when Elyan ignores Merlin's warning, his actions spark a chain of events more frightening than anyone could possibly have imagined... Can a grievous wrong be put right? Or will past demons change the future forever?

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  11. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.6/10(18 votes)

    S1:E1

    When astrophysicists detect a transmission from another galaxy, it is definitive proof of intelligent extra-terrestrial life. The world's population waits for further contact with baited breath. They do not have to wait long. Within days, mankind is all but wiped out; just pockets of humanity are left in an eerily deserted world.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  12. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - Episode 2
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    S2:E2

    As Emily grows concerned by her recollections of time spent with the aliens, Bill is also perturbed by the similarities between Emily and the aliens; Zoe encourages a reluctant Bill to use these similarities to their advantage.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  13. undefined Season 5 Episode 3 - The Death Song of Uther Pendragon
    7.6/10(12 votes)

    S5:E3

    When a stranger gives Arthur the power to summon the dead, the king finds himself torn between head and heart. Unable to resist temptation, he seizes the chance to speak to the person he misses most – his father, Uther Pendragon. But the spirit world is a dark and dangerous place, for little does Arthur realize that his decision comes at a terrible price. Against all odds, Merlin must put right Arthur's mistake before Camelot, and everything they have built, is destroyed forever.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  14. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.5/10(50 votes)

    S1:E1

    Josh Futturman feels stuck in his dead-end job as a janitor so all he really does is play Biotic Wars, an unbeatable videogame the rest of the world has given up on. But when Josh beats the game, mysterious visitors from the future appear: the world is in danger, and Josh is the only one who can save it.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  15. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode 3
    7.5/10(14 votes)

    S1:E3

    As the dust settles on their brave new world, the survivors are forced to face some cold truths. Catherine is stunned to discover the part she played in bringing about the alien attack. Helen becomes fixated on revenge. And Emily momentarily regains her sight. But is the miracle cause for celebration, or concern?

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  16. undefined Season 2 Episode 2 - The Once and Future Queen
    7.4/10(15 votes)

    S2:E2

    Arthur is determined to win an upcoming jousting competition at Camelot. Gwen challenges Arthur to give up his spoilt ways after he goes undercover with her and Merlin. Myror shows up at Camelot determined to kill Arthur. Arthur is determined to prove himself and win the contest unaware that he is in danger.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  17. undefined Season 1 Episode 3 - Episode Three
    7.4/10(23 votes)

    S1:E3

    Alisha is having fun using and abusing her powers but she can't seem to get the one man she really wants: Curtis.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  18. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode Four
    7.4/10(24 votes)

    S1:E4

    Curtis regrets the night of his arrest and uses his new power to travel back in time to change history, but it's not as easy as he thought.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  19. undefined Season 2 Episode 1 - Episode 1
    7.4/10(5 votes)

    S2:E1

    Six months after Emily disappeared on an alien ship, the London survivors have set up a resistance base from which they plan to fight back; the aliens have since appeared and they look exactly like humans.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  20. undefined Season 2 Episode 4 - Lancelot and Guinevere
    7.3/10(15 votes)

    S2:E4

    Gwen is mistaken for Morgana and kidnapped by the savage outlaw Hengist. Uther refuses to pay her ransom, so Arthur defies his father and heads out into dangerous enemy territory to fight for Gwen's freedom. Merlin suspects Arthur's devotion to Gwen is more than that of a prince to one of his subjects. How will Arthur react when he discovers Gwen is not alone in Hengist's castle? She and Lancelot have found each other again, and powerful feelings rekindle.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  21. undefined Season 1 Episode 4 - Episode 4
    7.3/10(13 votes)

    S1:E4

    The survivors make some disarming discoveries not only about the aliens but also about themselves. Mokrani goes on the offensive, taking the fight to the aliens. Ash is forced to make the hardest decision of his life. And Chloe’s past catches up with her, threatening to rip apart the delicate semblance of normality she is so desperately clinging on to.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  22. undefined Season 1 Episode 8 - The Beginning of the End
    7.2/10(17 votes)

    S1:E8

    Merlin finds himself becoming friends with Morgana when he helps a boy stay hidden. The two of them try to get the boy back whence he came, but things turn bad when Uther announces that anyone helping the boy will be executed.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode Five
    7.2/10(24 votes)

    S1:E5

    Determined to prove that the gang was involved in Tony's disappearance, Sally focuses her investigation on Simon.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  24. undefined Season 1 Episode 5 - Episode 5
    7.2/10(12 votes)

    S1:E5

    Cracks start to show as the survivors find different ways to cope. Jonathan’s increasingly perturbed by Sacha’s strange behaviour. Emily proves to be an exciting conundrum for Bill. And Mokrani is horrified as his men delight in the opportunity to exact revenge.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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  25. undefined Season 1 Episode 7 - Episode 7
    7.1/10(10 votes)

    S1:E7

    Tragedy strikes, altering the course of the future forever. Catherine’s priorities change with the arrival of Sophia. Things come to a head between Jonathan and Sacha. And Emily’s so happy she can see again that she’s stopped asking why, even if others haven’t.

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    Writer:Howard Overman

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Howard Overman Ratings Summary

"The Wicked Day" is the best rated episode written by Howard Overman. It scored 8.294/10 based on 17 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 10/15/2011 and is rated 0.1 points higher than their second-best episode, "The Labyrinth of Gedref".