Go behind-the-scenes in production diary 17 for the enormous task of editing together The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin – the game plan, the challenges, the surprises, and the craft required to tell a sweeping fantasy. Then, meet the composer, Kyle McCuiston, and learn about the music that will fill the show and how Jeremy Boreing and Kyle found the perfect sound for the story. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Episode 7: Britain gathers for war. Merlin rises from shadow to crown the one king who can unite them all. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+. 

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Ep. 7 - The Last True Bard

Behind-the-scenes during production diary 20 of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin with music, sound, color, and VFX near completion. Meet members of the VFX team as they reveal the scale of their work, from envisioning the cities of the story to the fine detail behind Merlin’s iconic yellow eyes from Stephen Lawhead’s novels. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 30 - Completing the Legend of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 20

Two brothers rise from war and loss, bound by blood but divided by how to survive. One believes in unity, the other in conquest. What they choose will decide whether a kingdom is born, or destroyed before it begins. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 29 - Aurelius and Uther Teaser: Brothers Before Kings

Behind-the-scenes during production diary 19 of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin, the team moves into “finishing,” including scoring, sound design, ADR, and color. Meet sound lead Brian Berger, colorist Mark Todd Osborne crafting the look, and composer Kyle McCuiston reviewing themes with Jeremy Boreing. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 28 - Where Myth Meets Sound and Color in The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 19

Behind-the-scenes during production diary 18 of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin, we’re six months into post-production and checking in with Jeremy and the Pendragon editorial team to break down what it will take to complete edits across all seven episodes and move into the next phases of post—sound mixing, scoring, visual effects, and coloring. Plus, a short side quest back to Europe to capture the final pieces of photography needed for the series. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 27 - Years of Work Have Come Down to This for The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 18

Queen of Air and Darkness, Morgian commands forbidden power and moves through kingdoms like a shadow, bending fate toward her own dark design. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 26 - Morgian Teaser: The Sorceress of Shadows

Ep. 25 - Editing and Scoring The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 17

The fire is lit. The hall is quiet. The legend is awake. Welcome to The Pendragon Cycle, Rise of the Merlin Yule Log, where ancient flame meets music from the official series soundtrack. Settle in as the hearth burns and a story 1,500 years in the making begins to stir. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 24 - The Pendragon Cycle Yule Log Teaser

The faith that built a civilization began with one man and a war that would define eternity. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 23 - The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | The Great Light Trailer

Behind-the-scenes during week 16 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Join the cast and crew as they film the climactic battle sequence along the Danube River. Get a glimpse of some emotional farewells, and see the challenges of filming in harsh conditions as this chapter of production comes to a close. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 22 - A Bittersweet Finish on the Set of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 16

A man who walks between worlds as the gods contend for his soul, carrying a vision that will shape the future of Britain. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 21 - Taliesin Teaser: The First Bard of Britain

Behind-the-scenes during week 15 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. As the end draws near, see two climactic moments: one of intense action and one of intense emotion. Plus, go under the hills of the Hillfolk. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 20 - Action and Emotion on the Set of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 15

Witness the legendary rise of Arthur's world, forged in fire and faith. Before The King, came the thunder of war. A savage battle between good and evil. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 19 - "There will be no peace" | The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Teaser

Behind-the-scenes during week 14 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Get a closer look at Ygerna, and see the great bard, Merlin, against a harsh winter backdrop as he galvanizes the men of Britain. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 18 - Britain’s Fate in The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 14

Princess of Lost Atlantis and guardian of its greatest weapon, Charis carries the sorrow of a world lost and the bright hope of one yet to be born. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 17 - Charis Teaser: The Last Princess of Atlantis

Behind-the-scenes during week 13 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. Watch the series’ historical surroundings come to life through a barbarous clash, a frozen northern kingdom, and the uniting of Britain. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 16 - History Comes Alive on the Set of The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 13

Behind-the-scenes during week 12 of the production of The Pendragon Cycle. See the iconic architecture of Budapest bring the story to life, follow the crew through the Battle of Vortigern’s Tower, and join the characters as they wrestle with the Christian themes in the story. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 15 - Epic Action, Plus Filming in Budapest for The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 12

In a world torn between myth and power, Merlin was a king, a prophet, and a bard, but he was also something far older and far more dangerous. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 14 - Merlin: Spotlight Teaser

Behind-the-scenes during week 11 of production of The Pendragon Cycle. Get a glimpse into Vortigern’s Tower and see the actors bring their characters to life as you witness the story's spiritual conflicts unfold. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

Ep. 13 - A Tower of Darkness With a Sick King in The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin | Production Diary 11

Behind-the-scenes during week 10 of production of The Pendragon Cycle. Join the cast and crew as they head back to Hungary to shoot some emotionally rich scenes, explore some of the most important props in the story, and capture a bloody duel. All episodes of the 7-part series available now — only on DailyWire+.

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