Robin Hood
Robin Hood
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Robin Hood

7.5
Yr 2025
Status Returning Series
Drama Action & Adventure
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Overview

A modern reimagining of the classic tale. After the Norman invasion of England, Rob, a Saxon forester’s son, and Marian, a Norman lord’s daughter, fall in love and unite to fight for justice, challenge corruption, and restore peace to the land.

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Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 72 /100

Critical reception for the 2025 MGM+ reimagining of Robin Hood was generally positive, with many reviewers finding it an unexpectedly fun, romantic, and engaging take on the familiar legend. Outlets commended the series for modernizing the lore, blending historical action, political intrigue, and swoon-worthy romance into a cohesive narrative that makes the classic story feel fresh.

Several critics praised the show's thoughtful character writing, particularly noting earned character arcs for Rob and Marion as well as the inclusion of complex female characters who drive the plot. Performances, action sequences, and the balance of emotional grit with accessible adventure were frequently highlighted as key strengths.

However, consensus remained somewhat divided among critics regarding the show's tonal execution and historical fidelity. Some reviewers labeled the production as delightfully campy or even gloriously bad, questioning whether it truly justified another retelling, while others noted a lack of historical accuracy. Nevertheless, most agreed that for viewers seeking a fun, swashbuckling rollercoaster ride, the series delivers entertaining television.

“One part entertaining historical adventure, one part genuinely swoon-worthy love story, and one part political drama”

“a glorious ten-episode rollercoaster ride that takes us beyond the myth and adds new layers to the man behind the hood”

“genuinely thoughtful and well executed take on the classic tale, bolstering familiar story beats with historical context and details”

“by any objective measure Robin Hood is terrible. Subjectively? I couldn’t be having more fun”

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This 2025 drama reframes the familiar folklore of medieval England through a lens that favors a cheerful tone over the typical grit associated with 11th-century warfare. By anchoring the narrative in the shifting loyalties between Saxon forest folk and the Norman aristocracy, the series trades standard brooding heroics for a more populist approach to legend.

Jack Patten leads a cast that leans into the romantic tension and tactical agility defining this iteration of the outlaw archetype. The focus remains on the friction of a country under occupation, balancing high-stakes action with a spirit of rebellion that feels lighter than previous adaptations of the tale. It is a calculated update that prioritizes the collaborative nature of the resistance against a corrupt status quo.

Production Board

Crew

Creator
John Glenn Jonathan English
Director
John Glenn Peter Webber Jonathan English Debs Paterson Orsi Nagypál
Executive Producer
John Glenn Todd Lieberman Jonathan English
Writer
John Glenn Kenny Ryan Jacob Roman Jonathan English
Co-Executive Producer
Kenny Ryan Alexander Young Jacob Roman
Director of Photography
Ivan Kostić
Location Casting
Laura Windows
Co-Producer
Carly Kleinbart Elter Natasa Ivic
Associate Producer
Nicole Bryant
Production Design
Jovana Cvetković Jelena Šopić
Costume Design
Bea Merkovits
Original Music Composer
Federico Jusid
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Keywords

england robin hood based on myths, legends or folklore 11th century cheerful
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Details

First Aired
November 02, 2025
Status
Returning Series
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
156