The legend of Robin Hood is given a grand retelling in this popular and long running series made for television (1955-58). Filmed in Great Britain with the handsome and dashing British actor 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.
Outlaw Money: Friar Tuck is arrested for counterfeiting and faces the gallows.
The Black Patch: Sir Dunstan takes Maid Marion hostage, forcing Robin to turn himself in.
The Blackbird: Little John is sentenced to die, but a mysterious masked man, is the only executioner in England who is willing to hang him.
The Trap: Employing "new methods" of mind control, the sheriff is able to trick the merry men into betraying Robin.