Streaming service MGM+ has ordered a brand new series based on the classic tale of the roguish outlaw hero who took from the rich and gave to the poor, ‘Robin Hood‘.
The series comes from Lionsgate Television with showrunner John Glenn (SEAL Team) and producer-director Jonathan English (Librarians: The Next Chapter, The Ark) at the helm. It is described as a “smart, sweeping, romantic adventure”, which brings a modern energy to the classic story, whilst keeping the historical authenticity.
The drama will focus on the relationship between Rob and Marian. Following the Norman invasion of England, Rob – a Saxon forester’s son – and Marian, the daughter of a Norman lord – fall in love and work together to fight for justice and freedom. As Rob rises as the leader of a band of rebel outlaws, Marian infiltrates the power at court, as both work together to thwart royal corruption and bring peace to the land.
“John and Jonathan bring an epic scale and a deeply resonant narrative to this fresh take of Robin Hood,” said Jocelyn Sabo, SVP, scripted television development at Lionsgate. “We’re excited to partner with MGM+ and Todd to bring the legendary story of Robin Hood to a modern audience.”
Glenn and English serve as writers and executive producers, alongside Todd Lieberman of Hidden Pictures. Carly Kleinbart and Nicole Bryant will oversee the series for Hidden Pictures. ‘Robin Hood’ will shoot its ten-episode first season at PFI Studios in Serbia, with production beginning in February.
“Robin Hood is a global brand and a story we’ve both been obsessed with since our youth,” commented English and Glenn. “We are truly honored to have partnered with MGM+, Lionsgate and Todd, to bring this classic story back to life.”
‘Robin Hood‘ will premiere later in 2025 on MGM+ in the USA, UK, Italy, Germany, Spain, Latin America, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. If you want to keep track of this or any other show, you can add them via our Never Miss system, and you’ll be notified when it gets a UK premiere date.
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