Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- Moderate
- swashbuckling
- romantic
- heroic
- adventure night
- historical film marathon
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Robin confronts Norman power through action, combat, and daring resistance while pursuing Marian.
Robin leads Saxons against Norman domination, land seizure, and oppressive taxation.
The story unfolds in 12th-century England under Norman rule, with nobles, taxation, and arranged marriage central to the conflict.
Marian becomes tied to Folcanet's plan to wed her, placing her relationship with Robin under aristocratic pressure.
Films like Robin Hood, and why
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
Shared swashbuckling adventure, medieval setting, outlaw heroism, and romance
The Adventures of Robin Hood
Shared medieval adventure, romantic conflict, heroic rebellion, and action spectacle
Ivanhoe
Shared historical swashbuckling, resistance against oppressive rule, and romantic stakes
Movie Details
- Director
- John Irvin
- Release Date
- 1991-04-26
- Runtime
- 104 min
- Rating
- 5.7 / 10 (184)
Cast
- Patrick Bergin
- Uma Thurman
- Jürgen Prochnow
- Edward Fox
- Jeroen Krabbé
- Owen Teale
- Danny Webb
- David Morrissey
- Barry Stanton
- Conrad Asquith
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Robin Hood about?
- A spirited medieval swashbuckler follows Robin Hood as he rallies oppressed Saxons against Norman rule while fighting for Marian.
- What is Robin Hood like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Robin Hood as brisk, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Robin Hood violent?
- Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Robin Hood as moderate.
- Which films are like Robin Hood?
- Films with a similar feel include Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and Ivanhoe.
- How long is Robin Hood?
- Robin Hood runs 104 minutes.
- Where can I watch Robin Hood?
- In United States, Robin Hood is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
