Australia’s Network Ten has secured the broadcast rights to MERLIN – one of the most anticipated series to come out of the United Kingdom in recent years – from FremantleMedia Enterprises. This action-packed, 13 x one-hour fantasy drama, reportedly one of the most significant investments by a UK broadcaster in years, revisits the story of Prince Arthur (Bradley James) and his wizard, Merlin (Colin Morgan), in the mythical city of Camelot. The story centres on these two characters as ambitious young men, struggling to understand their destinies and road to becoming extraordinary. Beverley McGarvey, TEN’s network head of programming said, “TEN is very proud to have acquired such a prestigious new drama. Its multi-generational appeal, compelling cast, impeccable production, writing and special effects will make it a stand out television event and a spellbinding addition to our 2009 line-up.” MERLIN is a Shine production for the BBC, and will premiere on BBC One in prime time this September. In addition to Australia, FremantleMedia Enterprises has also closed pre-sales over the summer, prior to its launch at MIPCOM, with leading broadcaster NBC in the US. (who will air it in Winter 2009), and CTV, Canada’s #1 television network.