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The Death of Robin Hood

The Death of Robin Hood is a 2026 American thriller film written and directed by Michael Sarnoski and starring Hugh Jackman as Robin Hood.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Death of Robin Hood is a 2026 American thriller film written and directed by Michael Sarnoski and starring Hugh Jackman as Robin Hood. It is a dark reimagining of the Robin Hood legend, drawing on the ballad “Robin Hood’s Death” and focusing on an older, wounded outlaw confronting his past. The film also stars Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and Noah Jupe.

Premise

The film follows an aged Robin Hood who is burdened by his past and living in exile. After being wounded, he seeks refuge in a priory and forms relationships that shape the story.

Production

The film was written and directed by Michael Sarnoski. Available reporting identifies it as an American production and places it in the thriller genre.

Source material

The film draws on the early modern English ballad Robin Hood’s Death, one of the oldest surviving Robin Hood tales. That ballad describes Robin’s final journey to Kirklees Priory and his death after bloodletting.

Cast

Hugh Jackman plays Robin Hood, with Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and Noah Jupe also appearing in the film.

Key facts

  • A 2026 American thriller film centered on an older version of Robin Hood.
  • Written and directed by Michael Sarnoski.
  • Hugh Jackman stars as Robin Hood.
  • The story follows Robin in self-imposed exile after a life of violence as an outlaw.
  • The film is a dark adaptation of the Robin Hood legend and the ballad Robin Hood’s Death.
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Canadian context

Hugh Jackman is a prominent actor with strong recognition among Canadian audiences, which may be of interest to Canadian readers following international film releases.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Death of Robin Hood?
It is a 2026 American thriller film that reimagines the Robin Hood legend as a darker story about an aging outlaw confronting his past.
Who directed The Death of Robin Hood?
Michael Sarnoski wrote and directed the film.
Who stars in the film?
Hugh Jackman stars as Robin Hood, alongside Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and Noah Jupe.
What is the film based on?
It is inspired by the ballad Robin Hood’s Death, an early modern English Robin Hood story.
What is the plot about?
The plot follows an older Robin Hood in exile who is wounded and takes shelter in a priory, where he encounters new characters while reflecting on his past.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Death_of_Robin_Hood
    Supports: Identifies the film title, year, genre, director, cast, and basic premise.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Hood's_Death
    Supports: Describes the source ballad, its date, and its relevance to the Robin Hood legend.
  3. IndieWire — https://www.indiewire.com/features/interviews/the-death-of-robin-hood-real-movie-based-on-1235201336/
    Supports: Discusses the film’s relation to Robin Hood tradition and Michael Sarnoski’s interpretation.