The Death of Robin Hood film starring Hugh Jackman released

A new film titled *The Death of Robin Hood* debuted on VOD on July 1. The movie stars Hugh Jackman as an aging Robin Hood and is written and directed by Michael Sarnoski, with distribution support from A24 and Northern Ireland Screen. It presents a darker, violent reinterpretation of the medieval outlaw, focusing on themes of redemption and the consequences of a life of theft.

At the same time, reports noted the disappearance of the famed “Major Oak” in Sherwood Forest, the tree long associated with Robin Hood lore. The coverage contrasted the film’s gritty portrayal with historical accounts of the legend, highlighting how the character has been reshaped across centuries.

Both pieces underline the ongoing cultural fascination with Robin Hood, from medieval ballads to modern cinema, and the enduring symbol of the Major Oak in the English countryside.