The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men1952The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men
1952
When King Richard leaves for the Crusade, his treacherous brother Prince John seizes power and taxes the people into misery. Robin Fitzooth, outlawed after his father's murder, gathers a band of loyal men in Sherwood Forest to resist him and raise the king's ransom.
The default: films the whole family can watch together; any scary or intense moments for the littlest viewers are flagged in the Context Notes.
Why it’s here
A rousing Disney retelling, filmed in England, in which Robin's band stays loyal to the rightful king and defends the poor against Prince John. A natural companion to the old legends.
Context notes
For parents, before you press play.
Bows, swords, and spears, and a character is killed by an arrow, mild peril for little ones. Robin is outlawed for resisting a corrupt regent, which the film frames as just; ale with meals.
The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men (1952)
Discussion questions
When the credits end, go around the room. Each person gives the film a score out of ten and says why.
- Why did Robin stay loyal to King Richard?
- Was it right for Robin to take from the rich? Was it stealing?
- Who was the most loyal of the Merry Men?
- Which fight was the most exciting?
Content advisory
Common Sense Media 8+: arrows, spears, and swordplay, with a character killed by an arrow; beer with meals; flirting and kissing.
Trailer
Best edition
The disc comes first.
The Story of Robin Hood and His Merrie Men DVD (The Wonderful World of Disney)
DVD · April 26, 2009
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Where to stream
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