Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991) is an action-adventure film that brings the legendary tale of Robin Hood to life with a fresh and epic spin. Directed by Kevin Reynolds, the film stars Kevin Costner as Robin of Locksley, a nobleman returning to England after being imprisoned in the Crusades. Upon his return, he finds his homeland ravaged by the corrupt Sheriff of Nottingham (Alan Rickman), who has seized power and oppressed the people with brutal taxes and tyranny.

Determined to restore justice, Robin joins forces with a band of outlaws in Sherwood Forest, including his loyal companion Azeem (Morgan Freeman), a Moor he saved in the Crusades. Together with the merry men, Robin launches a rebellion against the Sheriff’s forces, stealing from the rich to give back to the poor, becoming the people’s hero and champion of justice. Along the way, he falls in love with Maid Marian (Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio), who shares his vision for a free and fair England.

With thrilling action sequences, memorable characters, and Alan Rickman’s standout performance as the devious Sheriff, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves offers a sweeping, romantic take on the Robin Hood legend. The film’s score, particularly Bryan Adams’ iconic ballad “Everything I Do (I Do It For You),” became hugely popular, cementing the movie’s place in the 1990s action-adventure canon. This version of Robin Hood captures themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the fight against tyranny, making it a timeless story of heroism and hope.