Sean Bean’s “thrilling” new period drama branded an “unexpected delight” is trending in the UK now

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Sean Bean’s recent take on the classic story of Robin Hood is already gaining popularity in the UK. The show just launched on MGM+ over the weekend, but it’s quickly become a success for the streaming service.

According to FlixPatrol, the series is currently the most popular show on the site, surpassing hits like Outlander: Blood of My Blood and Power Book IV: Force. It’s also a trending title on Prime Video.

Stephen Bean stars as the Sheriff of Nottingham in the new series, alongside Jack Patten as Robin Hood and Lauren McQueen as Marian.

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The story follows Rob, a Saxon forester’s son, and Marian, the daughter of a Norman lord, who fall in love after the Norman invasion of England. Together, they fight for fairness and liberty.

While Rob leads a group of rebel outlaws, Marian goes undercover at the royal court. Together, they aim to stop corruption and restore peace to the kingdom.

I was so surprised by how much I loved this show! Paste Magazine called it an “unexpected delight,” and I totally agree. They said it was way better than it needed to be, which is so true – it really breathed new life into a classic story, and it was just wonderfully done. It reminded me that these old tales can still be amazing when someone puts real effort into telling them well.

According to The Upcoming, the series isn’t groundbreaking, but its believable setting and respectful adaptation of the original story make it worth watching.

Viewers also loved Robin Hood, with one IMDb reviewer calling it both “thrilling and intellectually satisfying.” They praised it as a daring and fresh take on the classic story, noting that it honored the original while confidently forging its own path, all done with remarkable skill and enthusiasm.

Many people commented on how good this version of the Robin Hood story is, with one saying it’s the best they’ve ever seen. They praised it as being powerful, moving, and wonderfully crafted.

Robin Hood is streaming on MGM+.

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2025-11-07 18:50