Merlin Television Program

If creating great fun is a barometer, NBC is closing in on the Holy Grail. Steeped in enough gore for several tall tales, its new "Merlin" may be a little savage, or even creepy, for the younger set. So parents--and others who have a low tolerance for seeing people impaled on sharp points--be alerted.

If creating great fun is a barometer, NBC is closing in on the Holy Grail. Steeped in enough gore for several tall tales, its new "Merlin" may be a little savage, or even creepy, for the younger set. So parents--and others who have a low tolerance for seeing people impaled on sharp points--be alerted.