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Peter Llewellyn Williams | ... | |
Ray Winstone | ... |
Will Scarlet
24 episodes, 1984-1986
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Mark Ryan | ... |
Nasir
24 episodes, 1984-1986
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Clive Mantle | ... |
Little John
24 episodes, 1984-1986
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Judi Trott | ... |
Lady Marion
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24 episodes, 1984-1986
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Phil Rose | ... |
Friar Tuck
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24 episodes, 1984-1986
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Robert Addie | ... |
Sir Guy of Gisburne
21 episodes, 1984-1986
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John Abineri | ... |
Herne the Hunter
18 episodes, 1984-1986
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Nickolas Grace | ... | |
Jason Connery | ... |
Robert of Huntingdon
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13 episodes, 1986
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Michael Praed | ... | ||
Robin of Loxley is chosen by the mystical Herne the Hunter to become his 'son' and champion the oppressed. Gathering a band of comrades around him he fights a guerilla campaign against their Norman dictators, particularly the Sheriff of Nottingham and his deputy, Guy de Gisburne. Later he is succeeded by Robert of Huntingdon, renegade nobleman. This retelling of the legend introduces a strong fantasy element, with black magic and the old religion. Written by Gareth Preston <gpreston@mmu.ac.uk>
Ok, some facts to get a few potential misunderstandings out of the way: This is an early 80's British production. So, everybody expecting the highest US production standards and a gloss factor 10 should back off NOW! Everybody else will have an HONEST ball of a time rediscovering one of the most underrated, and at the same time most precious gems in Fantasy TV as well as movies. This isn't only the definitive blueprint of the 'modern' conception of the Robin Hood tale, as well as 'modern' fantasy, it's also a 25-part journey through high quality Fantasy story-telling as we've ever encountered it before or after. Too bold? I don't think so. Re-watch the excellent DVD collection (the last part will appear in November) and marvel at the originality laying foundations to almost every similar project going.
Be aware! It's old-fashioned and VERY simple! It's demanding and VERY clever! Contradiction? Not really. It's a child of its time as well as a prototype of what's to come. But everyone who's still kept a sense for the simple, as well as most precious prospects in story-telling, will be delighted. This is a unique gem that can only be surpassed by a greater budget coupled with at least a similarly good script. Let me tell you: That hasn't happened yet.
Re-educate yourself in the unique virtues of early 80's UK television. You won't be disappointed.
Schogger13