The Story of Robin Hood (film)

The Story of Robin Hood is a 1952 live-action adventure film produced by Walt Disney Productions. It stars Richard Todd as Robin Hood and Joan Rice as Maid Marian. It was filmed in Buckinghamshire, England, and was one of Disney's early forays into live-action filmmaking, following Treasure Island (1950).

The film presents a relatively straightforward adaptation of the Robin Hood legend, depicting Robin's transformation from a nobleman loyal to King Richard the Lionheart into an outlaw fighting against the tyranny of Prince John and the Sheriff of Nottingham. Key characters such as Little John, Friar Tuck, Will Scarlet, and Alan-a-Dale are featured, and the narrative includes familiar plot elements like the archery contest, the rescue of Marian, and the final restoration of King Richard.

The film is notable for its use of Technicolor and its depiction of medieval England. It garnered a positive reception at the time of its release and has since become a classic of the Robin Hood film genre, often praised for its vibrant visuals and engaging storytelling, despite being a family-friendly adaptation that omits some of the darker aspects of the legend. George Rose plays Alan-a-Dale and Elton Hayes sings several ballads, cementing the film's status as a musical adventure.