The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938), Directors: Michael Curtiz, William Keighley, rated PG

The Best Loved Bandit Of All Time!

Starring: Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, Basil Rathbone, Claude Rains, Una O'Connor, Patrick Knowles, Alan Hale, Ian Hunter

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★★★ - perfect

"I'll organize revolt, exact a death for a death, and I'll never rest until every Saxon in this shire can stand up free men, and strike a blow for Richard and England." - Robin Hood

Why watch this? Nobody draws a bow like Errol Flynn. Watch and be dazzled.

Plot Summary: In King Richard's absence, Prince John oppresses the Saxon people, so Robin Hood, a Saxon nobleman turned outlaw, leads a resistance movement from Sherwood Forest. He steals from the rich, gives to the poor, and defends the downtrodden against Prince John and his men, including Sir Guy of Gisbourne and the Sheriff of Nottingham. Robin also finds romance with the lovely Maid Marian, and together they work to foil the Prince's plans and ensure the return of the rightful king.

Dad's Preview: This is the classic by which all swashbuckler films are compared. It stars the dashing, charming Errol Flynn. The adventurous tale takes us through Sherwood Forest, where we meet Robin and the members of his Merry Men. We also meet the maid Marion, Robin's true love. The land is ruled by the traitorous Prince John, and his evil cohort Sir Guy (deliciously played by Mr. Rathbone). The romance is dear, but the stunts, arrow shots and swordfights are amazing!

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