Sinbad UK Drama cancelled on Sky 1

Sinbad is a British fantasy adventure drama that aired on Sky 1 in 2012.

The series reimagines the legendary Middle Eastern folk hero Sinbad as a young man forced to flee his home city of Basra after accidentally killing the son of a powerful Lord.

Cursed by his grandmother, Sinbad is unable to stay on land for more than a day, pushing him into a life at sea filled with peril, magic, and mythical creatures.

Starring Elliot Knight in the title role, the show follows Sinbad and a diverse crew of outcasts as they sail aboard the ship The Providence, encountering supernatural forces and ancient rivalries across an exotic and dangerous world.

The series aimed to blend swashbuckling adventure with fantasy, drawing inspiration from the classic Arabian Nights tales.

Despite strong production values and an ambitious premise, Sinbad only ran for one season.

It developed a cult following among fans of fantasy TV, thanks to its engaging characters, visual effects, and high seas storytelling.

The series remains a notable example of British attempts to bring large scale fantasy drama to television audiences.