Cursed

Based on the bestselling novel by Frank Miller and Tom Wheeler, 'Cursed' is a reimagining of the Arthurian legend through the eyes of the Nimue, a young heroine with a mysterious gift. When her mother is killed and Nimue is exiled from her village, she must embark on a perilous quest to deliver a sword to a hidden wizard. Along the way, she encounters Arthur, a young mercenary, and together they forge an unlikely alliance that could change the fate of the magical realm.

The series received mixed reviews from critics, with praise directed at its visual style and Katherine Langford's performance, but criticism often citing pacing issues and a familiar narrative structure. Audiences generally had a more positive reception, enjoying the fantasy elements and its take on a classic legend.

• Praised for its strong visual aesthetic and compelling lead performance.

• Criticized for pacing issues and predictable plot developments.

• Enjoyed for its fresh take on Arthurian mythology with a strong female protagonist.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the show's fantasy elements, visual appeal, and the compelling portrayal of Nimue. Some viewers found the story a bit slow at times but generally agreed it was an engaging fantasy series.

The series was developed as a companion to the illustrated novel of the same name, written by Frank Miller and Tom Wheeler, who also served as executive producers and co-showrunners for the Netflix adaptation.