Antoine Fuqua directed the film, written by David Franzoni. Starring Clive Owen as Arthur, Ioan Gruffudd as Lancelot, Keira Knightley as Guinevere. Film shot in Ireland, England, and Wales. Budget of $120 million, grossed $203.6 million worldwide
Arthur first appears in 9th-century Historia Brittonum and 10th-century Annales Cambriae. Medieval historians generally reject Arthur as a historical figure. Archaeological evidence shows Anglo-Saxon migration reversed between 500-550. Glastonbury discovered alleged Arthur's tomb in 1191
Morgana was Uther Pendragon's illegitimate daughter and Vivienne's second child. She was adopted by Gorlois and fought against Uther from the start. She developed magical abilities and dreams that helped Merlin defeat Sidhe
Merlin was born to Hunith and Balinor in Ealdor village. He was born with magical abilities, prophesied by various cultures. His childhood friend William knew about his magic
Legendary knights of King Arthur first appeared in Matter of Britain literature. Knights ensure peace after early warring period. Round Table symbolizes equality among members from royals to nobles
Merlin combines Welsh Myrddin and Ambrosius legends to form Merlinus Ambrosius. Geoffrey of Monmouth introduced Merlin in 12th century Britain. Merlin's name likely derived from Welsh Myrddin meaning 'madman'