Why You Need to Be Watching MGM+’s Robin Hood Right Now

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If you feel like the legend of Robin Hood has been told to death, I’m here to tell you: think again. MGM+ has managed to do something truly rare with their new series—they’ve taken one of the most familiar stories in history and made it feel gritty, vital, and completely unmissable.

If you haven’t started it yet, here is why it needs to be next on your watchlist.

Sean Bean is a Masterclass as the Sheriff

We all know Sean Bean is a legend of the genre, but his portrayal of the Sheriff of Nottingham is nothing short of spectacular. Forget the mustache-twirling villains of the past; Bean brings a weary, strategic authority to the role. He plays the Sheriff as a man who genuinely believes he is the hero of his own story—a statesman trying to maintain order in a chaotic world through an iron-fisted rule.

Every scene he’s in carries a heavy, simmering tension. It’s the kind of performance that reminds you why he’s a titan of period dramas.

A Spiritual Successor to The Pillars of the Earth

For those who appreciate historical epics, this show strikes a very specific chord. It reminds me immensely of the mini-series The Pillars of the Earth—a personal favorite that I’ve actually watched twice.

The DNA of that show is all over this production:

  • The Setting: The 12th-century world is realized with incredible historical authenticity. You can practically smell the mud and wood smoke of Sherwood.
  • The Tone: It’s grounded and serious, focusing on the brutal culture clash between the Normans and the Saxons.
  • Production Values: From the sweeping cinematography to the intricate costuming, this is top-tier television that looks and feels like a big-budget film.

The acting across the board—from newcomers Jack Patten (Robin) and Lauren McQueen (Marian) to the magnetic Connie Nielsen as Eleanor of Aquitaine—is consistently excellent, making the stakes feel deeply personal.

Is Season 2 on the Horizon?

While a second season hasn’t been officially confirmed by MGM+ just yet, the outlook is incredibly promising. The show has performed exceptionally well, even reaching the top of international streaming charts.

The creators have already hinted that they have a “big leap” planned for the story, and the finale leaves the door wide open for a massive expansion of the world. I truly hope this renewal comes to fruition soon; after seeing the evolution of “Rob” into the legend we know, I’m more than ready to see where this gritty journey takes us next.

The verdict? Stop sleeping on this one. Head over to MGM+ and get through the first ten episodes immediately.

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