A Challenge for Robin Hood

A Challenge for Robin Hood

Year: 1967

Runtime: 92 mins

Language: English

Director: C.M. Pennington-Richards

Adventure

Falsely accused of murder, Sir Robin of Loxley retreats to Sherwood Forest, where he encounters a band of outlaws. Though wary of his noble background, they soon respect his honor and skill. Robin unites them into a daring force that robs the rich to aid the poor, and his deeds quickly become legend.

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Timeline & Setting – A Challenge for Robin Hood (1967)

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Time period

Medieval England

The tale unfolds in a feudal English landscape where lords own land and peasants pay taxes under harsh laws. Duels, ambushes, and secret hideouts define the era, reflecting a world of rough justice and chivalric codes. Loyalty, honor, and resistance against corrupt officials drive the story forward.

Location

the forest, De Courtenay Castle, Nottingham, village fair

The action centers in the forest hide-out and the De Courtenay Castle, with Nottingham serving as the power center of the Sheriff. The forest is Robin Hood's refuge and staging ground for daring raids, while the castle provides opportunities for capture and confrontation. The village fair and surrounding countryside become stages for clashes over taxes, loyalties, and the fate of the peasants.

🌳 Forest 🏰 Castle 🏙 Nottingham & Countryside 🗺 Feudal England

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Main Characters – A Challenge for Robin Hood (1967)

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Robin Hood (Barrie Ingham)

Robin is a hunted noble turned leader who unites a band in the forest after being framed by his cousin. He demonstrates tactical cunning and charisma, driving plans that challenge the Sheriff’s authority. His resolve to secure justice for the peasants underpins the band’s risky raids and bold duels.

🗡 Outlaw 🧭 Leader 🏹 Archer

Friar Tuck (James Hayter)

Friar Tuck is a loyal ally who provides guidance and practical support. He helps orchestrate plans, disguises, and brave rescues, balancing humor with a steady moral compass. In a pivotal forest scene, he marries Robin and Maid Marian, sealing their bond.

🙏 Cleric 🛡 Ally 🎭 Trickster

Will Scarlet (Douglas Mitchell)

A trusted member of Robin's band who fights bravely and shares in the group's peril. He is captured during the Sheriff’s schemes and faces near execution, illustrating the high stakes of Robin's rebellion. His loyalty remains with Robin as plans to aid him unfold.

🗺 Scout 🛡 Loyal ⚔️ Fighter

Little John (Leon Greene)

The towering ally who provides physical strength and bold tactics. He recognizes Robin's leadership in combat and helps drive the group’s bold raids. His steadfast presence makes him a cornerstone of the band’s dynamic.

💪 Strongman ⚔️ Fighter 🤝 Ally

Marian Fitzwarren (Gay Hamilton)

A noblewoman caught between loyalty to her family and sympathy for Robin. She becomes a target of the Sheriff’s schemes and experiences captivity, yet her bond with Robin anchors the story’s emotional core. Her rescue and union with Robin signal hope for the oppressed.

💖 Love 🔒 Prisoner 🕊 Ally

Sir Roger de Courtenay (Peter Blythe)

Robin's cousin and antagonist who murders his brother to seize the inheritance and frames Robin. He embodies treachery and ambition, clashing with Robin in a climactic duel. His downfall comes at the hands of Alan-a-Dale’s arrow.

👑 Noble ⚔️ Rival 🗡 Villain

Alan-a-Dale (Eric Flynn)

A skilled archer who initially seems wary but becomes a crucial ally, guiding Robin to the forest hide-out. He aids in the rescue of Robin and Marian, using his bow to deliver decisive blows. His arc moves from suspicion to loyalty and teamwork.

🏹 Archer 🕊 Ally 🎯 Sharpshooter

Sheriff of Nottingham (John Arnatt)

The primary antagonist who enforces the Sheriff’s tax regime and orders the hangings, driving the conflict with Robin and his men. He employs soldiers and traps to capture the outlaws. His power in Nottingham underscores the corruption Robin fights against.

🛡 Authority 💰 Taxation ⚖️ Oppressor

Sir Jamyl de Penitone (Donald Pickering)

A noble rival who crosses swords with Robin, adding to the film’s troupe of duels and high-stakes encounters. He embodies aristocratic challenge Robin must overcome in his quest for justice. Robin’s mastery ultimately prevails in the clash of wills.

⚔️ Duel 👑 Noble 🏰 Adversary

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Major Themes – A Challenge for Robin Hood (1967)

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🗡️ Leadership

A band of outlaws follows Robin Hood after he is framed and forced to hide. He proves a natural leader through bold plans, strategic duels, and the ability to unite diverse allies. The forest serves as a proving ground where Robin's vision of justice begins to take shape.

🎭 Disguise

Disguises and misdirection drive much of the action, from Robin's monk disguise to the pie-seller ruse and other clever deceptions. These ploys expose security gaps and allow the heroes to strike where authority is unprepared. Deception is key to outsmart guards and execute daring rescues.

⚖️ Justice

The outlaws challenge a tax system that harms peasants while the rich escape accountability. They reclaim stolen tax money and return it to the people, embodying a Robin Hood ethos. The conflict culminates in rescues and a measure of fairness returning to the village.

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