Mark Addy
Jack Donnelly
Robert Emms
Aiysha Hart
Sarah Parish
Juliet Stevenson
Jemima Rooper

Created by:
Johnny Capps
Julian Murphy
Howard Overman

2013-2015
Adventure, Drama, Fantasy
BBC America
TV-PG

“Atlantis” was created to fill the void left by “Merlin,” which aired on BBC One in Great Britain and on NBC and Syfy in the States. It doesn’t:

“Merlin” could be charming and goofy, yet compelling and suspenseful, as well. It was a much better show than it should have been; it was a superior fantasy series. It had magic both literally and figuratively, especially once it entered its second season.

In contrast, I guess that “Atlantis” is a show for families that are looking for a benign adventure to watch. It’s nothing special. It’s cute; but, with bolder pacing and better ideas, it could be exciting.

I’ve watched five episodes of “Atlantis,” and that’s enough. Even BBC One’s “Robin Hood” was better than this; at least it had some energy.

Verdict: OK

About: (Source: atlantis)

Season one introduced Jason, a young man who went in search of his missing father and ended up on the shores of the ancient fabled city of Atlantis – a magical place filled with secrets and deceit to which Jason seems inexplicably bound. Befriended by Hercules and Pythagoras, Jason embarked on an epic adventure, battling against some of the most famous names of Greek legend, often in unexpected guises. Before long Jason caught the eye and heart of the beautiful Ariadne, the princess of Atlantis whose family and royal standing restricts who she may love. As a result, Jason discovered the treachery of Atlantis’ rulers, particularly Queen Pasiphae. But Jason found guidance and protection with the revered Oracle (Juliet Stevenson, The Hour). He learned from the soothsayer that it’s no mistake he happened upon the shores of the famed city — it was fate.