The first part establishes the mystical foundations and the birth of King Arthur.
: With the help of Merlin’s magic, Uther Pendragon disguises himself as Gorlois to visit Igraine, leading to the conception of Arthur. Le nebbie di Avalon s01e01-02
: Morgaine’s aunt, Morgause, raises Mordred as a tool for her own political gain, poisoning him against his father. The first part establishes the mystical foundations and
: The king’s marriage to Gwenhwyfar is strained by her inability to produce an heir and her forbidden love for Lancelot. : The king’s marriage to Gwenhwyfar is strained
: Morgaine carries the dying Arthur back to Avalon. The series concludes with the "mists" closing over the island, signifying the end of the old world as the remaining priestesses integrate into the new Christian society. Core Cast & Crew Morgaine : Julianna Margulies Viviane : Anjelica Huston Morgause : Joan Allen Gwenhwyfar : Samantha Mathis King Arthur : Edward Atterton Lancelot : Michael Vartan Director : Uli Edel
: As a young priestess, Morgaine unknowingly participates in a fertility ritual with Arthur, resulting in the conception of their son, Mordred. Episode 2: The High Queen
: After Arthur’s birth, he and his half-sister Morgaine are eventually separated to be raised in the ways of their respective destinies—Arthur with Merlin and Morgaine at the sacred Isle of Avalon.