‘Robin Hood’ Ordered By MGM+

The legendary heroic outlaw is making a comeback.

Cable and satellite television network MGM+ has greenlit drama Robin Hood from Lionsgate Television, with showrunner John Glenn, producer director Jonathan English and executive producer Todd Lieberman of Hidden Pictures bringing, per the release, a “contemporary spirit to the classic romantic adventure.”

The logline: “Robin Hood brings a modern energy to the classic tale of the roguish outlaw hero who stole from the rich and gave to the poor, and the epic love story between him and a courageous and daring 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.

“We call MGM+ television for movie lovers and English and Glenn’s Robin Hood is the epitome of our brand promise,” said Michael Wright, head of MGM+ in a statement. “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.”

“John and Jonathan bring an epic scale and a deeply resonant narrative to this fresh take of Robin Hood,” noted 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.”

“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.”

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In addition to premiering on MGM+ in the U.S., Robin Hood will be available to MGM+ viewers in the U.K., Italy, Germany, Spain, Latin America, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg.

Robin Hood begins production in Serbia at PFI Studios in February 2025 and will debut on MGM+ later next year. Ten episodes have been ordered. NO casting has been announced at press time.