The Merlin Saga movie production status is currently Development
November 20, 2015 • Story selection and rights acquired; idea being crafted into usable script; financing and casting attachments sought; aiming for 'greenlight' Disney has set Philippa Boyens to script an adaptation of The Merlin Saga, based on the series of books written by T.A. Barron.
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Plot: What's the story about?
The boyhood years of Merlin the Magician are followed from when he is washed up on the shores of Wales to his hunt to find his real home and identity, his friendship with King Arthur and his travels in enchanted lands.
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Who stars in The Merlin Saga: Cast List
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Who's making The Merlin Saga: Crew List
A look at the The Merlin Saga behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Ridley Scott last directed House of Gucci and The Last Duel. The film's writer Philippa Boyens last wrote Mortal Engines and The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies.
Companies
Production Company
De Line Pictures (Former)
Dimension Films (Former)
Paramount Pictures (Former)
Warner Bros. Pictures (Former)
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Production: What we know about The Merlin Saga?
Key Facts
- Based on T.A. Barron's 12-book series about the younger Merlin's adventures, prior to his time mentoring (King) Arthur.
- Adapted from the first book of the fantasy series by T.A. Barron.
Filming Timeline
- 2015 - November: The film was set to Development status.
Disney has set Philippa Boyens to script an adaptation of The Merlin Saga, based on the series of books written by T.A. Barron.
- 2014 - March: The film was set to Development status.
- 2011 - May: The film was set to Development status.
Warner Bros. Pictures has locked a deal with Dave Hill and David Farr to pen a new take on the Merlin legend at the studio.
The Merlin Saga Release Date: When is the film coming out?
The Merlin Saga is coming out as a release To Be Announced (TBA). There are 9,433 other movies coming out on the same date, including The Rosie Project, Shrek 5 and The Nightingale.