Robin Hood - Season 1 (DVD, 2007, 5-Disc Set, Digipak)

Fantastic scenery and a strong cast, this Robin Hood has set a new standard! The script is well written, and the cast has obvious chemistry which translates into a believable story. Keith Allen (Sherrif of Nottingham) is excellent in the role, with his blithe witticisms and infuriating deviousness. Jonas Armstrong (Robin Hood) brings passion and humor the title role, although not necessarily the quintessential hero, being slight of build and stature. Lucy Griffith (Lady Marion) is an admirable counterpart to Jonas' Robin, and provides a 21st century independence and spirit to her character that is usually lacking in the role. The show is riddled with clever banter, although the storyline can drag from time to time. My favorite episodes are the season's two-part finale, Episode 12: "Return of the King" and Episode 13: "Clue: No".

This series is awesome. Sure we all know Robin Hood stole from the rich and gave to the poor...but thats about all we know of the story. This BBC Series takes an in-depth look at the adventures of Robin Hood and presents it in such a way to leave you on the edge of your seat wanting more. It has this way of drawing you into it. You get the range of emotions..when they are victorious you are happy, when they thwart the bad guys you are bursting with glee, and when they cry, you cry. I had seen many ads for this series and thought it was neat...then I forgot about it and recently I found a video with clips from the show played to a song and it inspired me to purchase the set to watch it. I am really glad I did, now I'm just sad that Season 2 is so new and thus so expensive. There is one disc for special features which I must admit that I haven't had time to watch but I'm sure its great too.

This is a fast paced series that debunks the movie myths of yesteryear. The characters are not always "heroic" even Robin. He is known for his temper and stubborness in this BBC export. Maid Marian is a night crusader for the poor on the side and very definite on her views of right and wrong. The so-called romance made famous from legend and old movies does not exist in this series. Oh, they care for each other, and Robin is more prone to being more open than she (due to her sense of duty), it provides a nice friction and contrast between them. The season ends with without leaving you dangling, although King Richard has not returned and several other running threads have not been tied, but it is more satisfying if this is the end of the series.

Let's hope not. This set retails for $80 and runs under 600 minutes--pricy! If you have cable with the BBC channel it is shown on Action Sunday and runs two shows a week. It is a box set worth owning. The sets are grim but fit the time era perfectly and the all British cast do well in their roles. Star Jonas Armstrong may not physically appear to be an "ideal" Robin Hood (a bit too thin and short in stature) but displays the cunning and tenacity of the character and makes it work. Lucy Griffiths as Marian (or Marion) is a bit plump but pleasing to the eye and is very good in her role as well. She's no raving beauty but she does have more "spunk" than the usual damsel in distress that so many of the Robin hood movies portray her.

Worthwhile, but watch that pricing and since this is an import ensure you are getting "Region 1" and not "2" or it may not work on your player! Also, some of the newer models will not play the "all region" codes, check your manual before you invest and also see the coding on the product before you bid or purchase.

Nice twist on the oft told legend.

This dvd is a must have for anyone who is a fan of this type of show. The BBC has captured our hearts and our minds with their verson of this fabled hero. The locations,caliber of acting and the scripts are the most realistic version I have ever seen. Jonas Armstrong brings so much to the title character. The rest of the cast are no slouches either, for that matter.All in all, I would recommend this highly rated series to anyone.Season 2 is already out there for pre-orders so I am waiting impatiently.

I just started watching this show this season (and unfortunately it is going to be the last one too). So I had to get the other seasons to watch. I haven't watched the dvd yet, due to it being a xmas present from my parents I have seen some of the first season on DirecTv and I love it.

Jonas Armstrong who plays Robin Hood is perfect for the part. Robin's character in this series is a little different. He's a bit of a flirt and cocky, but it just adds to the story. I'm impressed with Lucy Griffiths version of maid marian. For once the character is not portrayed as one that sits around and waits for Robin. She gets in there and fights for the poor, doing a bit of Robin Hood herself. The scripts are well written and all the acting is good. Not over done and not under done. The land where it is filmed is great. It looks like what the lands would have been like in the year 1192.

You won't be disappointed in this series, specially if like me you love the story of Robin Hood and his men.