Robin Hood (1973)

Disney’s 1973 Robin Hood is a playful, family-friendly retelling of the classic outlaw tale — with every character reimagined as a charming anthropomorphic animal. Brian Bedford’s smooth-voiced Robin and Phil Harris’s boisterous Little John lead a band of merry rebels who steal from the greedy Prince John (Sir Peter Ustinov) and give to the poor, while Friar Tuck, Maid Marian, and the bumbling Sheriff of Nottingham add comic color and heart. The story moves from daring forest raids to a disguised-archer showdown at a royal tournament, blending swashbuckling adventure with light romance and slapstick satire. Seeing the film, you’ll experience colorful 1970s Disney animation, jaunty country-flavored songs (including memorable Roger Miller tunes), and brisk, witty dialogue. It’s warm and tuneful rather than dark — moments of mild peril are balanced by humor, clever schemes, and a steady underdog spirit that invites you to root for Robin and his friends. Ideal for kids and nostalgic adults alike, Robin Hood delivers escapist fun, a little social conscience, and plenty of heart.

Actors: Brian Bedford, Phil Harris, Roger Miller

Directors: Wolfgang Reitherman, David Hand

Runtime: 83 min

Genres: Adventure, Animation, Comedy

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