Hugh Jackman Leads A24’s Dark ‘The Death of Robin Hood’ Release

A24’s upcoming fantasy drama *The Death of Robin Hood* stars Hugh Jackman as an aged outlaw and Jodie Comer as a mysterious healer. Written and directed by Michael Sarnoski, the film opened at the Sydney Film Festival on June 12 before its U.S. theatrical debut on June 19. Box‑office analysts predict an opening weekend gross of $8‑13 million and a total domestic run of $19‑37 million, positioning it as counter‑programming against June blockbusters such as Pixar’s *Toy Story 5*.

Sarnoski says the movie draws on medieval history lectures, portraying battles as “peasants beating each other to death with shovels in the mud.” Shot largely in the wilderness of Northern Ireland, the film follows a gritty, realistic Robin Hood who must confront his violent legacy and seek redemption at a remote priory overseen by Comer’s character. The production blends brutal action with a meditative psychological drama, aiming to humanize the legendary outlaw.