Adventures of Robin Hood - Volume 29: 4-Episode Collection

The legend of Robin Hood is given a grand retelling in this popular and long running series made for television (1955-59). Filmed in Great Britain with the handsome and dashing Richard Greene as Robin, the "outlaws" of Sherwood Forest watch over the people of England and protect them from the cruelty and greed of the ruling aristocrats.

WOMEN'S WAR: Robin helps a noblewoman reclaim her fortune, not knowing that she is secretly an agent of the Sheriff of Nottingham.

LITTLE MOTHER: When the Merry Men save an elderly woman from the Sheriff's men, Little John is shocked to discover that she is his mother.

MARIAN'S PRIZE: When Robin is called away on a mission, Maid Marian must take his place in an archery tournament. Guest-starring Donald Pleasence.

FAREWELL TO TUCK: Seeing a way to weaken Robin's forces, the Sheriff tries to lure Friar Tuck away from his home in Sherwood Forest.

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