MGM+ has announced its new ten-episode drama series, Robin Hood, will star Sean Bean as the Sheriff of Nottingham, opposite Jack Patten who is playing the iconic role of the titular outlaw hero. The show, produced by Lionsgate Television, aims to bring a modern edge to the classic tale while staying rooted in its historical setting.
Production Details
The series will be helmed by showrunner John Glenn and producer-director Jonathan English, known for Librarians: The Next Chapter. Both will also serve as writers and executive producers, alongside Todd Lieberman of Hidden Pictures. Production began in February at PFI Studios in Serbia, with the show expected to premiere on MGM+ later that year.
A Fresh Take on a Classic Story
Robin Hood will explore the story of Rob (Patten), a Saxon forester’s son, and Marian, the daughter of a Norman lord, as they fall in love and fight for justice following the Norman invasion of England. Rob leads a band of rebel outlaws, while Marian works from within the court to challenge royal corruption.
MGM+ describes the series as a “smart, sweeping, romantic adventure” with a focus on historical authenticity and psychological depth. The relationship between Rob and Marian will be central to the narrative, highlighting their combined efforts to bring peace to the land.
MGM+ and Lionsgate on the Project
Michael Wright, head of MGM+, previously said in the series announcement in September, “We call MGM+ television for movie lovers and English and Glenn’s Robin Hoodis the epitome of our brand promise. This is a new imagining of the classic tale of the roguish outlaw hero who stole from the rich and gave to the poor. It’s an exciting, smart, sweeping, romantic adventure that brings historical authenticity, psychological depth, and a heightened focus on the relationship between Rob and Marian to the beloved story.”
Jocelyn Sabo, SVP of scripted television development at Lionsgate, added, “John and Jonathan bring an epic scale and a deeply resonant narrative to this fresh take of Robin Hood. We’re excited to partner with MGM+ and Todd to bring the legendary story of Robin Hood to a modern audience.”
“This reimagining will not only feature the thrilling action and adventure that audiences love, but it will also explore the complex human side of these famed characters,” added Todd Lieberman. “I’m pleased to extend my relationship with Lionsgate into television and team up with MGM+ on this compelling series.”
English and Glenn said, “Robin Hood is a global brand and a story we’ve both been obsessed with since our youth. We are truly honored to have partnered with MGM+, Lionsgate and Todd, to bring this classic story back to life.”
Global Release
In addition to its U.S. debut, Robin Hood will also be available to MGM+ viewers in the U.K., Italy, Germany, Spain, Latin America, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
