The Winter King is a British historical fiction television series based on Bernard Cornwell’s The Warlord Chronicles novels, starring Iain De Caestecker as Arthur Pendragon. The series premiered on MGM+ in the United States on August 20, 2023, and is set to premiere on ITVX in the United Kingdom on December 21, 2023.
The series follows Arthur Pendragon as he evolves from an outcast to a legendary warrior and leader. Set in the fifth century, long before Britain was united, in a brutal land of warring factions and tribes, where lives were often fleeting, The Winter King is a story of courage, betrayal, and the rise of a legend.
Quotes from the 2023 TV series The Winter King:
Arthur Pendragon:
- “I am not a king, but I will fight for my people.”
- “I will not be a puppet to the gods.”
- “I will unite Britain, or I will die trying.”
Merlin:
- “Magic is a dangerous thing, Arthur. It can be used for good or for evil.”
- “You are destined for greatness, Arthur. But the path to greatness is often fraught with peril.”
- “Be careful, Arthur. There are those who would see you fall.”
Guinevere:
- “I am not just a princess, Arthur. I am a warrior.”
- “I will fight for what is right, even if it means standing against you.”
- “I love you, Arthur. But I will never let you control me.”
Vortigern:
- “I will do whatever it takes to protect my people.”
- “Even if it means sacrificing you, Arthur.”
- “I will be the king that Britain needs.”
Morgana Le Fay:
- “Magic is power. And power is corrupting.”
- “I will use my magic to create a new world order.”
- “Arthur Pendragon is a threat to my vision. He must be eliminated.”
Uther Pendragon:
- “I did what I thought was best for Britain.”
- “I made mistakes, but I always acted in the best interests of my kingdom.”
- “I am proud of the man that Arthur has become.”
