
The Adventures of Robin Hood
dir. William Keighley
87
7 sourcesSynopsis
Robin Hood fights nobly for justice against the evil Sir Guy of Gisbourne while striving to win the hand of the beautiful Maid Marian.
Critics consensus
Errol Flynn thrills as the legendary title character, and the film embodies the type of imaginative family adventure tailor-made for the silver screen.
What resonated with audiences
'The Adventures of Robin Hood' remains the definitive Robin Hood film, with Errol Flynn delivering an iconic, career-defining performance that has never been surpassed. The groundbreaking Technicolor cinematography dazzles with vibrant colors, while the perfectly cast ensemble, thrilling action sequences, and charming romance between Flynn and de Havilland create timeless entertainment. Though a few found the theatrical style dated or overly sanitized, the overwhelming consensus celebrates this adventure classic for maintaining its joy and appeal across generations.

Directed byWilliam Keighley, Michael Curtiz
StarringErrol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, Basil Rathbone, Claude Rains, Patric Knowles, Eugene Pallette
Written byNorman Reilly Raine, Seton I. Miller
CinematographySol Polito
EditingRalph Dawson
MusicErich Wolfgang Korngold
The Adventures of Robin Hood
1938 · PG · 1h 42m
Adventure, Romance, History
Robin Hood fights nobly for justice against the evil Sir Guy of Gisbourne while striving to win the hand of the beautiful Maid Marian.
