Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves is a 1991 American adventure film based on the Robin Hood legend.
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves is a 1991 American adventure film based on the Robin Hood legend. It stars Kevin Costner as Robin of Locksley, with Morgan Freeman, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Christian Slater, and Alan Rickman in major roles. The film was directed by Kevin Reynolds and written by Pen Densham and John Watson.
Cast
The principal cast includes Kevin Costner as Robin of Locksley, Morgan Freeman as Azeem, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Marian, Christian Slater as Will Scarlett, and Alan Rickman as the Sheriff of Nottingham. Supporting roles include Geraldine McEwan as Mortianna, Michael McShane as Friar Tuck, Brian Blessed as Lord Locksley, and Michael Wincott as Guy of Gisborne.
Production and release
The film was directed by Kevin Reynolds and written by Pen Densham and John Watson. It was released in 1991 as an American adventure film.
Story background
The film adapts the Robin Hood legend and is set in the 12th century. It presents a large ensemble cast around the struggle between Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham.
Reception and cultural impact
The film became widely recognized in part because of its cast, especially Alan Rickman's performance as the Sheriff of Nottingham. It remains one of the best-known modern Robin Hood screen adaptations.
Key facts
- Kevin Costner plays Robin of Locksley, also known as Robin Hood.
- Morgan Freeman plays Azeem, one of the film's central supporting characters.
- Alan Rickman plays the Sheriff of Nottingham.
- Christian Slater plays Will Scarlett.
- Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio plays Marian.
Frequently asked questions
Who plays Robin Hood in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves?
Who plays the Sheriff of Nottingham?
Who plays Marian?
Who plays Will Scarlett?
Who plays Azeem?
References
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102798/fullcredits/Supports: Full cast and crew listing for Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, including principal roles.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Hood:_Prince_of_ThievesSupports: Overview of the film, director, writers, release year, and cast.
- The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/8367-robin-hood-prince-of-thieves/castSupports: Cast list and character names for the film.
- Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/robin_hood_prince_of_thievesSupports: Cast and crew credits for the film.