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The Poisoned Chalice

Episode 4 of 13

Fantasy adventure series based on the legend of King Arthur. The evil sorceress Nimueh returns to Camelot and poisons Merlin. Can Arthur save him?

The evil sorceress Nimueh (Michelle Ryan) is back to wreak havoc on Camelot. This time Merlin is her target, and she tricks the young warlock into drinking from a poisoned chalice, causing him to fall dangerously ill.

Arthur must venture to the caves deep beneath the forest of Balor to obtain the antidote, but he does not realise he is walking into a trap. Determined to thwart his quest, Nimueh does everything she can to stop him.

Can Arthur overcome these magical hurdles and make it back in time to save his friend?

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44 minutes

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Role Contributor
Voice of the Dragon John Hurt
Gaius Richard Wilson
Uther Pendragon Anthony Head
Nimueh Michelle Ryan
Merlin Colin Morgan
Arthur Bradley James
Gwen Angel Coulby
Morgana Katie McGrath
Bayard Clive Russell
Dungeon Guard Jamie Kenna
Producer Sue de Beauvoir
Writer Ben Vanstone
Actor Richard Wilson

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