For SPN: I think that was the weakester opening episode for a season. I'm iffy with the Campbell's; Sam was way too calm, and I have no idea why Lisa or Ben wouldn't have more of a reaction of being dragged away to Bobby's and such. Not sure what to think of Dean...I can see that he's torn, but I feel like he would have been more stubborn about everything. I'll keep watching but I'm pretty meh right now.

For Merlin: I thought that the third episode was going to be a filler, but it actually came out quite well. Then again, I love cheesy stuff, so whatevs. :D