7.7/10966 votes#1 - The Curse of Cornelius Sigan
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/19/2009
New servant Cedric muscles in on Merlin's position as Arthur's right-hand man, and turns the prince against his loyal friend. Merlin is convinced the slippery newcomer is up to something, and he is right - Cedric is a conman and a thief who is after a magnificent jewel, recently unearthed in a tomb far beneath Camelot. Little does he know, his precious prize is more dangerous than he could possibly imagine. Camelot has never been more vulnerable, but how can Merlin make things right when, thanks to Cedric, he might have lost Arthur's friendship for good? Merlin faces the prospect of turning to the one creature he swore he would never trust again - The Great Dragon.
Director: David Moore
Writer: Julian Jones
8.1/10990 votes#2 - The Once and Future Queen
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 9/26/2009
Arthur is determined to win an upcoming jousting competition at Camelot. Gwen challenges Arthur to give up his spoilt ways after he goes undercover with her and Merlin. Myror shows up at Camelot determined to kill Arthur. Arthur is determined to prove himself and win the contest unaware that he is in danger.
Director: Jeremy Webb
Writer: Howard Overman
7.7/10905 votes#3 - The Nightmare Begins
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/3/2009
When Morgana's nightmares spill into waking hours, she becomes terrified that she has the power of magic. Gaius is determined to keep her in the dark for her own good but Merlin won't stand by and watch his friend suffer. He knows exactly what she's going through and he knows she needs the truth. Is Merlin about to reveal his secret at last?
Director: Jeremy Webb
Writer: Ben Vanstone
7.9/10939 votes#4 - Lancelot and Guinevere
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/10/2009
Gwen is mistaken for Morgana and kidnapped by the savage outlaw Hengist. Uther refuses to pay her ransom, so Arthur defies his father and heads out into dangerous enemy territory to fight for Gwen's freedom. Merlin suspects Arthur's devotion to Gwen is more than that of a prince to one of his subjects. How will Arthur react when he discovers Gwen is not alone in Hengist's castle? She and Lancelot have found each other again, and powerful feelings rekindle.
Director: David Moore
Writer: Howard Overman
7.4/10960 votes#5 - Beauty and the Beast (1)
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/24/2009
Lady Catrina and her strange servant Jonas arrive in Camelot, where they are welcome to stay by a most delighted king Uther, who becomes captivated by his latest guest. Arthur, on the contrary, far from sharing his father's enthusiasm and in the sight of the flirting going on, is pretty appalled with the situation. Merlin and Gaius have the feeling that she is not what she seems and their suspicions are proven true when Merlin discovers that Lady Catrina is a troll and that unfortunately, her intentions are far beyond the prize of a king's heart. Horrified, he reveals the truth to Arthur, who doesn't believe him. Merlin embarks in the task of proving the real nature of the woman while at the same time saving Uther from ruin and Camelot from fall. Will the young warlock be able to overcome the powerful magic of the troll before it's too late?
Director: David Moore
Writer: Jake Michie
7.6/10942 votes#6 - Beauty and the Beast (2)
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 10/31/2009
Lady Catrina has now been crowned and is now known as Queen Catrina. She accuses Merlin of stealing and he is driven into hiding, and must now find a way to expose her true form.
Director: Metin Hüseyin
Writer: Ben Vanstone
8.2/10936 votes#7 - The Witchfinder
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2009
In his determination to rule magic out of Camelot forever, Uther hires the services of Aredian, a terrifying witch hunter who is most feared due to the fact that he stops at nothing in the quest to uncover all and every kind of sorcery. Even though no one is under direct suspicion, several people in Camelot are afraid that the witch hunter could see straight through them: Morgana is worried that Uther might have her executed and Gaius is concerned for the fate of Merlin and his own, since caring for the young warlock is considered crime and treason. Will all three be able to escape a dreadful fate?
Director: Jeremy Webb
Writer: Jake Michie
8.4/10935 votes#8 - The Sins of the Father
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 11/14/2009
Arthur is challenged to a duel by a mysterious warrior. Arthur and Merlin then find themselves on a quest on Morgause's behalf. A dark secret is discovered by Arthur that could change Camelot forever.
Director: Metin Hüseyin
Writer: Howard Overman
8.2/101,017 votes#9 - The Lady of the Lake
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 11/21/2009
Freya is found by Merlin trapped in a bounty hunter's cage and decides to try and help her escape. Merlin refuses to listen to Gaius' warnings not to get involved. After freeing her Merlin hides Freya in the tunnels beneath Camelot. Merlin is forced to make some hard decisions to keep Freya safe.
Director: Metin Hüseyin
Writer: Julian Jones
7.7/10867 votes#10 - Sweet Dreams
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 11/28/2009
Peace talks are held at Camelot when dignitaries from rival kingdoms arrive. King Alined is determined there will be no peace though and will use magic to make sure his wishes happen.
Director: Alice Troughton
Writer: Lucy Watkins
7.8/10847 votes#11 - The Witch's Quickening
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 12/5/2009
Alvarr is determined to allow magic to be used gain and destroy Camelot. Alvarr needs to reclaim the Crystal of Neahtid to make his plan work. Alvarr and Morgana try to get their hands on the crystal and use a druid boy to help them. Merlin is surprised when he finds out the real power of the crystal.
Director: Alice Troughton
Writer: Jake Michie
8.5/10906 votes#12 - The Fires of Idirsholas (1)
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 12/12/2009
For the first time in over 300 years the fires of Idirsholas burn and Gaius is worried that a sorcerer has revived the deadly Knights of Medhir. Morgause returns and is determined to end Uther's reign at Camelot.
Director: Jeremy Webb
Writer: Julian Jones
8.9/101,143 votes#13 - The Last Dragonlord (2)
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 12/19/2009
The Great Dragon is finally free. Full of rage, he attacks Camelot with pitiless intensity. The castle is crumbling and Arthur's men cannot hold out much longer but only a Dragonlord can kill a dragon and Uther wiped them all out years ago. Or did he? Gaius admits one such man could still be alive and in hiding. The last Dragonlord is the key to Merlin's own past as well as the future of Camelot, but will Arthur and Merlin find Balinor in time to save the kingdom?
Director: Jeremy Webb
Writer: Julian Jones
The Best Episodes of Merlin Season 2
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The unlikely friendship between Merlin, a young man gifted with extraordinary magical powers, and Prince Arthur, heir to the crown of Camelot.
Genres:Action & AdventureDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy
Network:BBC One
Season 2 Ratings Summary
"The Curse of Cornelius Sigan" is the best rated episode of "Merlin" season 2. It scored 7.7/10 based on 966 votes. Directed by David Moore and written by Julian Jones, it aired on 9/19/2009. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "The Once and Future Queen".