Robin Hood: The Movie
Robin Hood: The Movie

Robin Hood: The Movie

1955Movie87 minEnglish

A classic Robin Hood tale, starring Richard Greene as Robin Hood and Bernadette O'Farrell as Maid Marian. Released in 1991 by ITC, it was edited together (quite seamlessly) from episodes of the ITC 1955 TV series "The Adventures of Robin Hood".

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ken AnnakinGenres: Adventure, Family, Action

Plot Summary

The legendary English outlaw Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men fight against the oppressive Sheriff of Nottingham. They aim to steal from the rich and give to the poor, all while Robin courts the beautiful Maid Marian. The story follows their daring raids and confrontations with the Sheriff's forces, culminating in a grand archery tournament.

Critical Reception

The film was a modest success, appreciated for its colorful presentation and straightforward adventure narrative. While not critically acclaimed by modern standards, it was considered a solid family-friendly production for its time, fitting within the Disney tradition of live-action adventure films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its classic adventure storytelling and vibrant Technicolor visuals.
  • Seen as a charming, if somewhat simplistic, adaptation of the Robin Hood legend.
  • A faithful portrayal of the heroic outlaw suitable for family viewing.

Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available through specific Google user ratings for this older film, but general sentiment often points to its nostalgic appeal and straightforward heroic narrative.

Fun Fact

This was one of the first live-action films produced by Walt Disney in Britain, utilizing the Technicolor process to great effect.

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