‘The Death of Robin Hood’ Review: Hugh Jackman, Jodie Comer and Bill Skarsgard Get Mired in the Muck of A24’s Dour Revisionist Take

A24's new feature film "The Death of Robin Hood" presents a dour and revisionist take on the legendary folk hero, bringing a grim and muddy atmosphere to a classic character who has been portrayed on screen many times throughout cinema history. Directed by Michael Sarnoski, the filmmaker previously known for helming "Pig" and "A Quiet Place: Day One," the production stars Hugh Jackman, Jodie Comer, and Bill Skarsgard. The cast of this revisionist drama also features supporting performances from actors Noah Jupe and Murray Bartlett.^[1][2]

This latest film departs significantly from previous cinematic interpretations of the classic outlaw. While audiences over the decades have embraced a wide variety of styles—including Errol Flynn's fun and rascally depiction, Sean Connery's mature and pensive portrayal, or other surly and vengeful iterations of the character—this version sees its high-profile lead actors get mired in the muck of its bleak tone. Despite the general willingness of viewers to accept a fresh, revisionist approach to the legendary figure, the film's heavy and somber execution marks a distinct, gloomy shift from traditional Robin Hood adventures.^[1]