The Winter King, a 10 part historical fantasy series, has been cancelled after its first season, which aired on ITVX in the UK and MGM+ in the US.
The series, adapted from Bernard Cornwell’s trilogy, stars Iain De Caestecker as Arthur Pendragon, the central character in this epic story. De Caestecker’s performance illustrates Arthur’s transformation from an outcast to a legendary warrior. The cast also includes Eddie Marsan as King Uther, Ellie James, and Nathaniel Martello-White as the enigmatic wizard Merlin.
Set in the fifth century, The Winter King portrays a brutal and politically charged era, where Arthur faces intricate relationships and power struggles.
The Winter King is a Bad Wolf production for ITVX and MGM+. Executive producers include Jane Tranter, Julie Gardner, and Lachlan MacKinnon.
