I can’t believe Olivia de Havilland only died a couple of years ago. She was 104.

What a great movie. My favourite of all the Robin Hood movies. Even 84 years after it was made, it still holds up well.

This was released the year before Wizard of Oz and Gone with the Wind. Imagine Dame Olivia de Havilland making this movie and following it up with a spectacular performance as Melanie in GwtW in back to back years. Over the course of her career she was nominated 5 times for an Academy Award. Truly a icon of this era.

This is the definitive Robin Hood movie and Errol Flynn is the role model, all others fall far short of his mark. A classic in every sense and your reaction was perfect.

This is THE BEST version of all of the Robinhood movies. Errol Flynn is the standard that all others are measured against. He did all of his own stunts. The lead female was also a lead in Gone With the Wind, another movie that you MUST see if you have not already.

The actor Basil Rathbone, who played Sir Guy of Gisbourne, was in real life a gold medal fencer and actually taught everyone else how to fence. It’s funny cause he could have defeated any of them in an actual fight but loses in all his movies cause they always cast him as the bad guy

Basil Rathbone (Guy of Gisborne) was actually a professional fencer. So the sword choreography was actually more realistic than most films. An even better sword fight with Rathbone is The Mark of Zorro, starring Tyrone Power.

🤠 Remember Cassie, it's not an old movie if you've never seen it. In terms of age, yes, but it's a new movie to you. 👍

Errol Flynn has some truly great movies in his first few starring roles. This, “Captain Blood,” and “The Sea Hawk” are among my favorite swashbucklers of all time. Basil Rathbone often played a villain; the notable exceptions were the Sherlock Holmes movies he made - 14 of them between 1939 and 1946. The only person in this movie with a more distinctive voice than Claude Rains (John) is Eugene Pallette (Friar Tuck); once you hear him, you’ll never miss him in another movie. 2:24 If you really want some insight into the family dynamics between Richard and John, you should see “The Lion in Winter.” Peter O’Toole as King Henry II, Katherine Hepburn as his queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Anthony Hopkins as Richard, Nigel Terry (who would later play Arthur in “Excalibur”) as John, and Timothy Dalton as King Philip II of France. It’s a fabulous film. 3:06 Short short historical background: about 130 years before this, in 1066, the Saxons had controlled England, but William, Duke of Normandy, brought an army over from France and conquered the country and killed the last Anglo-Saxon king, Harold Godwinson (look up the Battle of Hastings). The Normans became the new ruling class, and the language of English began its tortured, hybrid history (it’s been described as the language Norman knights used to chat up Saxon barmaids). Another movie that covers this conflict (and also has Robin of Locksley as a supporting character) is one I’ve recommended before, the 1952 Ivanhoe with Elizabeth Taylor. 3:58 There is…a certain amount of truth in this point of view. Richard was more interested in being a great general and Crusader than an administrative king. He was King of England for ten years, and it’s estimated he spent about six months of that *in* England. 6:38 The actor is Alan Hale, who played right hand man to Errol Flynn about 14 times. His son was Alan Hale, Jr., who was best known for being the Skipper on “Gilligan’s Island.” 13:31 “The Wizard of Oz” was 1939, the year after this came out. 20:02 You cut out the part where the bishop refers to him as John Lackland - as the youngest of the four sons of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine, there was no county or dukedom left to be given to him; it’s one of the reasons he resented Richard.

Please keep watching these old classics every once in a while. They are so wholesome and good entertainment. If you were to look at most any decade in the last 90 years, you will find a few great movies, some good movies and then some clunkers. Just because it's old doesn't mean it can't be great and very entertaining.

I'm so glad you picked this kiddo. A personal favorite of mine. All these old stories are the basis for all the modern stories of today.

One of those films where everything aligns perfectly: the story, the cast, the Technicolor, the amazing Korngold score --- this film *is* the mould that all other Robin Hoods have tried to replicate

Now THIS is the version of Robin Hood most people associate with. It was adventure films like this that influenced George Lucas to create Star Wars and Indiana Jones.

You're discovering that older movies have this thing that has been lost in these corporate production line atrocities they make now. That thing is called 'writing'.

You might remember the man who played Prince John. He is actor Claude Rains and you loved him as Captain Louis Renault in "Casablanca" (he was the chief of police and Rick's friend).

When you consider how few of the action sequences of that time didn't involve things like "safety" or very often even "stunt doubles" it makes you appreciate what they could do all the more. That hop onto the horse with the hands tied must've been a mind-blower, not to mention the riding the rope trick.

I love this version, it's the best. Errol Flynn and Olivia de Havilland made so many movies together, i love them together ( and apart). Also, the supporting cast is so brilliant: Basil Rathbone, Claude Rains, Eugene Pallette, Una O'Connor, Alan Hale, Ian Hunter, Patric Knowles. I love when people around my age react to the classics, so thanks!

There was a silent version of Robin Hood in 1922 with Douglas Fairbanks, Sr. That was the definitive version until this one was made. I was lucky enough to meet Olivia de Havilland many years ago. She always spoke fondly of Errol Flynn who she made 9 movies with. You should do her 1939 film, Gone With the Wind. Despite the controversy talked about today, it is a wonderful film that I think you would enjoy.

The film score of this movie won an Oscar. Composed by the renowned Erich Korngold. It really is beautifully scored.

Such an amazing movie. There's a reason that there are so many classics from this era. The Thin Man is one I've recommended before from this era, a murder mystery comedy with a husband and wife duo (okay, and Asta, their dog) which is brilliant. It stars William Powell and Myrna Loy, who played husband and wife in so many movies people thought they were actually married in real life. Another wonderful movie from this era starring William Powell is My Man Godfrey, a romantic comedy so it'd be right up your and Carly's alley. :-D It also has Eugene Pallette (Friar Tuck in this movie) in a supporting role. Both are wonderful; classics and absolutely worth a watch and a reaction!

It is great to see the great Basil Rathbone playing the heel here. He was what I consider to be the best Sherlock Holmes who ever was back in the 1940s.

I’m glad you’re watching The Adventures Of Robin Hood, this is what I’ve been waiting for, it’s one of my favorite movies of all time, and you’re gonna love it

Thank you for your reaction to this amazing movie from 1938! This movie seems so far ahead of its time, with its great sets, stunning costumes and acrobatic stunts. And Errol Flynn set a high standard for all the Robin Hood's that followed him. He is the greatest swashbuckler of them all!

Growing up, this was one of my favorite movies. It was shown frequently on tv, along with Errol Flynn’s swashbuckling films - Captain Blood and The Sea Hawk.

This flick is just *joyful*. It feels like the cast loves being in it, loves making it. The villains are all sneers, the heroes don't just laugh, they throw back their heads to laugh with their whole body. The fighting almost seems like play-fighting (you can imagine kids watching this and re-enacting the dramatic death throes).

So glad you got to watch this definitive Robin Hood story! It's hard to imagine that this was made a year before "The Wizard of Oz" but easy to see why this era is referred to as the Golden Age of Hollywood! The set designs, costumery, settings, were all real and the story, as you noted, was captivating! Thank you for sharing your reaction - I had hoped that you would react to "The Adventures of Robin Hood" - as it sets the standard by which all subsequent telling of the tale should be judged!

Maid Marion's palomino horse went on to become one of the best known in entertainment - as Trigger the trick horse who starred in many cowboy movies with Roy Rodgers. There is a documentary on the archer who did the shooting in this film and it is incredible what the man could do with a bow and arrow. It was included in one of the Anniversary DVD releases.

After seeing her reaction to this movie, I believe a case should be made for her to watch Danny Kaye in The Court Jester. It encompasses everything she liked about this movie and more. I think she and Carley would be delighted. Plus, to be honest, I miss Danny and would like this generation to "rediscover" him. His wit and comedic timing was timeless.

This was the first movie I remember seeing as a kid. I used to watch it every time I visited my uncle and aunt and by the time I was 8, I could practically recite the dialogue word for word and hum the music. I’m pretty sure Olivia de Havilland was my first crust. As this is a family channel, I won’t go into what I learned about Errol Flynn or sayings about him, but he actually passed away while staying at a hotel I used to hang out at (the pub) on the waterfront in Vancouver, Canada, the Sylvia Hotel. It’s a very nice, old fashioned, classy little spot like you used to see in all those 50s movies. I used to go there on Boxing Day every year for an egg nog made from scratch.

It is one of my favorite films and I am glad that you have finally seen it. It is so classic that the "Welcome to Sherwood,..." scene is incorporated in a Bugs Bunny cartoon. As for the tune you were wondering about during the horse galloping scene, what you were thinking of is the _'William Tell Overture'_ originally composed for the play about William Tell but arguably best known as the theme music for the radio, television and movie presentations of _'The Lone Ranger.'_

Another great "oldy" to watch is The Black Shield of Falworth (1954) with Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh (Jamie Lee Curtis' mother (Janet) and father (Tony)) based on a book from the 1890s. It's one of those movies I have never tired of my whole life.

The sequence of the climactic swordfight where they move out of view, and you transition from watching them to watching their shadows and then back to watching them, is just the best thing ever. Better than a million dollars of special effects.

This is my fathers favorite version of Robin Hood, it just brings back nostalgia. Errol Flynn was the greatest action star of the golden age of film. But now as a historian I am blown away at the colors you see, which is accurate to the era.

Don’t forget the Classic Ivanhoe. Robin Hood is a supporting character, but it’s a great film. As much as you like the romance side, that’s a movie you’d love.

Thank you so much Cassie for reacting to one of the best Robin hood movies ever, The British American actress Olivia de Havilland who played Maid marian, she was known to be one of the last surviving cast members in the adventures of Robin hood in 1938, She died at the age of 104 on july 26th 2020, at the time of her death she is also the oldest living and earliest surviving academy award winner and was widely considered as being the last surviving major star from the golden age of Hollywood Cinema, along with her younger sister Joan Fontaine who she died at the age of 96 on December 15th 2013 making it 8 years before her passing, say Cassie I recommend for you to react to another classic film since you have watched the wizard of oz please watch SINGIN IN THE RAIN (1952) it is one of my favorite musical movie's of all time.

Love the old movies from the 30's and 40's. Grew up watching them with my mom. Cary Grant is my favorite actor and I also love anything with Carole Lombard in it. They played alot of these movies late at night in the early 70's. That was the only way to see them back then.

"Men, if you're willing to fight for our people, I want you!" The Adventures of Robin Hood is my favorite incarnation of the Saxon lord robbing the rich and giving to the poor. It's the Robin Hood film on which every other Robin Hood films are based on. Robin Hood (Errol Flynn) is an amazing, dashing rogue, who performs incredibly well and to me will always be Robin Hood. The characters are rich, understandable and well-played. Moments of humor are interspersed with moments of sobriety and of course the rescue of Maid Marian played by the talented and gorgeous (Olivia de Havilland). Overall, it's the type of movie climax for which one should wish.

So many great classic movies were made in 1938 and especially 1939.

My first Robin Hood movie 😊. There's another great movie about the return of King Richard: "Ivanhoe" (1952). It's also about Normans vs Saxons and well worth watching. It's about a knight working together with Robin Hood to collect the ransom for King Richard's freedom. There so many great old movies you could react to and I venture you'll like them all. Here are just a few of my favorites: - "The Count of Monte Cristo" (1934) -> and after that "V for Vendetta" (2005) 😉 - "Quo Vadis?" (1951) - "Captain Horatio Hornblower" (1951) - "Roman Holiday" (1953) -> with my favorite actress Audrey Hepburn & my favorite actor Gregory Peck - "Dr. Zhivago" (1965)

The Arrow shots are by Howard Hill. One of the best long bow experts at the time. It's a fantastic movie.

Thanks for reacting to one of Errol Flynn's and Olivia deHavilland's iconic adventure movies.

This classic movie was a childhood favorite that I watched every time it was TV. Maid Marian was played by the beautiful Olivia de Havilland. She was also in the classic Gone With The Wind which would be an awesome one for you and Carley to watch together. I know you typically watch movies suggested by viewers on Patreon by I hope check this one out!

Of the two adaptations you mentioned in the introduction, the Sean Connery one (Robin and Marian) is really worth watching. It tells the tale of an older Robin, returned from the Crusades to find that things are not the same as the good old days. it also stars Audrey Hepburn, Robert Shaw and a very impressive line-up of supporting talent.

I'm 56 and still had never seen this version until your reaction. It's pretty good. And it's impressive that Errol Flynn did all the stunts. I just looked up that Olivia De Haviland and Errol Flynn were in other movies together; Dodge City and Captain Blood. Just Googled her. WOW! What a life. She was born in England, got her US citizenship in 1941, did so much during the war, and was in a relationship with my favorite actor; Jimmy Stewart. Her life was filled with many, many more remarkable things. And just finished watching with you. Alan Hale was in this, that's The Skipper from Gilligan's Island father. Claude Rains is in this, he was in Casablanca. Since you are doing old timey movies, Maybe someday you will do one of my favorites, which is a true story and even has a love story in it. It's called "Sergeant York" with Gary Cooper. No KZfaqr has ever tackled that one.

The "chase" music you hummed sounded an awful lot like the theme from The Lone Ranger TV show. It's actually the Overture (as part of it, that is), to Rossini's opera Guillaume Tell (you may find it under its English title "William Tell," as well). An exciting little piece of music!

I know I’ve made the comment before, but I can’t stress how good Sean Connery is in Robin and Marian. It is a different take on the Robin Hood story, portraying an older Robin returning from the Crusades and trying to win Marian’s heart back after being away for 20 years while having to face the Sheriff of Nottingham one last time.

You should watch "The Lion in Winter". You'd really like it. It's about Richard and John and their parents...no Robin Hood but tangentially connected. Just an amazing movie.

The craziest stunt in this movie is the arrows being shot at the soldiers. An Olympic archer was brought in to actually shoot the other stuntmen, who had thick planks of wood under their costumes.

The actor who played Little John was Alan Hale. His son would become most known for playing the skipper in Gilligan’s Island.

It probably feels nostalgic because this vision of medieval times is exactly the same one that you see in Disneyland and in movies like _Sleeping Beauty._

You're absolutely correct: the actors are "Flynning," meaning they're deliberately aiming their strikes at each others' swords rather than each other. Unsurprisingly the "Flynn" in "Flynning" is none other than Errol Flynn himself, star of this film and many more, who was one of the most noteworthy practitioners of this style of stage combat. Good job spotting it, most people don't actually catch on that's what they're doing.

Robin Hood didn't rob from the rich and give to the poor, he robbed from the corrupt government and gave it back to the people who were unjustly taxed. A small distinction, but one that changes the entire narrative. Love your reactions!

You may recognize Prince John/Claude Rains from 'Casablanca'! (Also, both 'Casablanca' and 'The Adventures of Robin Hood' were directed by Michael Curtiz.)

You are like the second person ever to put a reaction to this masterpiece on KZfaq, thank you!

What a great reaction to a simply brilliant film which stands head and shoulders above the other Robin Hood adaptations. This really was the golden age of Hollywood with films such as this one, Bringing Up Baby, Destry Rides Again, Stagecoach, The Wizard of Oz, The Grapes of Wrath, My Favourite Wife, The Philadelphia Story and Gone With The Wind.

This is awesome! I wish more people would watch / react to more oldschool films. Not just from the 70's and onward.

You really need to see "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir" (1947)

I think Cassie really needs to watch The Court Jester with Danny Kaye. She's love it.

Errol Flynn's "Captain Blood" (1935) is a really good movie that still holds up pretty well all these years later. It must have been a 1930's version of a blockbuster in it's time.

If you want to see a wonderful movie from the same area around the same time and deals with the Saxons and Normans, and even kind of has Robin Hood in it, I highly suggest the movie "Ivanhoe".

Olivia de Havilland, the Grand Dame of olden Hollywood....just passed 2 years ago at the ripe age of 104!!! Cassie...did you recognize Prince John? Claude Rains was also Capt Renault from Casablanca, which is one of my Top Three Popcorn Reviews EVER!

So glad you reacted to this movie, it was great. Interesting facts, Errol Flynn and Olivia De Havilland did several movies together. Claude Reins(Prince John) was Capt Renault in Casablanca. Suggestions to watch in the future, Captain Blood with Errol Flynn and Olivia De Havilland and or Ivanhoe with Robert Taylor and Elizabeth Taylor. Really enjoy your reactions and I enjoy the interaction with your sister.

YES! The Sean Connery flick was called Robin and Marion. It's primarily a bittersweet love story and you and your sister would treasure it.

Basil Rathbone who played the part of Guy of Gisbourne (Robin killed in final scenes) was an accomplished and champion Fencer (swordsman). One other thing, the man who played Prince John was Claude Rains. He was also in one of your favorite movies, Casablanca playing the French Police Captain Louis Renault. As the movie ended Humphrey Bogart said to him as the were walking away, "Louie this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship!"

This film, Sea Hawk, and Captain Blood are the perfect Errol Flynn swashbuckler trilogy

Errol Flynn will always be Robin Hood to me, just like Christopher Reeve will always be Superman😅

My grandmother used to burn all the movies on Turner Classic Movies channel onto DVDs. We used to watch them all the time, when I was younger, and this particular one was always my favorite. And when she died, she left me all of her movies, including this one, which I have to this very day.

I'm so glad you saw this and posted it for us to watch. This is my favorite version of Robin Hood. And just loved to watch all of Erroll Flynn's movies that were on TV. Little tid bit I haven't seen mentioned, Erroll Flynn was born in Tasmania, Australia. Keep watching the older movies. Have you seen many black and white films? I'd recommend The Philadelphia Story, such a fun film.

YES!! FINALLY! someone reacting to an Errol Flynn movie and ots one of his very best!

This is the best version - no other comes close.Flynn did a whole lot of adventure/ pirate movies through the 1930s/40s.All were great.

Golden Age of Hollywood, Love the classic movies. No CGI, Actors did their own stunts, real sets.

Your reactions to these classics are priceless and a testament that they are truly classics and not just old movies. If you haven't already, check out some Cary Grant movies. I think you'd enjoy them very much especially 'An affair to Remember. '

One of my favorite movies when I was a little kid, along with Erroll Flynn in "Captain Blood".

I love the banter between Friar Tuck and Little John in this.

Interesting tidbit: The magnificent score was composed by Austrian composer Wolfgang Korngold. He composed ballets and opera by the time of his early teens. He did come to Hollywood to compose film scores, but eventually felt that this was beneath him. He was asked to score this film but refused, saying he wanted to do more "serious" music. He was packed and ready to go back but then word came--Adolf Hitler and the Nazis had just taken over his home country of Austria. He went back to the studio and said he changed his mind, he would be happy to stay in America and score this movie!

Thank you for reacting to older movies. I love the movies from the Golden Age of Hollywood. You definitely have to watch Gone With The Wind. A few other great movies from this time are Santa Fe Trail, The Day the Earth Stood Still, It Happened One Night, The Time Machine, and War of the Worlds. It Happened One Night was the first movie to win all five major academy awards. It didn't happen again for 41 years. The only other films to accomplish the same thing are One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest and The Silence of the Lambs. Both movies are worth watching as well. I'm also a HUGE fan of Rudolph Valentino and love the silent era movies. Don't discount them because they can be incredible as well. My favorites are The Shiek, The Eagle, and Son of Shiek.

THIS TOO is the one I've been waiting for. Great cast. Thank you for reviewing it!

I am SO glad you watched this and appreciated it for the quality film it is! Some of these very old films are beyond timeless.

Back when movies were GREAT. No cgi, no dark tones, and no agendas. Just great stories and entertainment.

Your reactions, especially for the older movies, are super cute. Once again you are my favorite to watch a movie with.

This is definitely THE Robin Hood movie. Thanks for watching it Cassie, I like all your movies but it's the old ones I really love. Offscreen Olivia de Havilland and Errol Flynn were very smitten with each other but the rumors about his romances and drinking kept her away as it could have ended her career.

My grandparents had this recorded on VHS when I was a kid. I think I wore out that tape. Such a wonderful movie.

"Robin and Marian" with Sean Connery and Audrey Hepburn is a must-see!

Olivia de Havilland was only 22 when she played Maid Marian in this movie. She passed away only 2 years ago, in 2020, aged 104, which I find amazing.

King Richard was captured on his return from the Crusades- the French King and Richard's brother raised money to NOT release him- Richard's mother- Eleanor of Aquitaine, raised money from England and France to free him- she won. England at this time owned 2/3 of modern day France- The Normans had Normandy... Henry II- Richard and John's father, was Count of Anjou, Torraine and Le Mans in France before becoming King, Henry's wife, Eleanor was Duchess of Aquitaine and Countess of Poitou- so all of that became part of England. If you want to watch a GREAT film about Eleanor and Henry- watch, 'The Lion in Winter' with Peter O'Toole, Katharine Hepburn (her 3rd Oscar performance) and the debut of Anthony Hopkins and Timothy Dalton.

👉 _The Mark Of Zorro_ (1940) - If you liked Errol Flynn's _Robin Hood,_ you'd enjoy Tyrone Power's charming _Zorro_ - featuring some of the best sword duels ever filmed & a number of the same actors, including another villainous turn by Basil Rathbone. A perfect film.

The guys that got shot by arrows were stuntmen who were wearing special padding and paid a bonus for each time the master archer shot them. Wild.

Best version from my childhood. I also did your 'three', but as a kid, there was a time where everyone Sat morning, was the Cartoon Robin Hood, followed by this one. Then when Prince of Thieves came out, I just had to watch that too. Pure Classic. Errol Flynn was of the Swashbuckle Era of movies. I think the musical score won an award, as I felt it was very well done. Oh, and the stuntmen wore padding, to actually get shot on film (for a bonus). The arrows were fired by the guy playing the opponent in the archery contest.

Wizard of Oz is from 1939, this is from the year before - 1938. And it’s just a classic action adventure of the era. Amazing that Michael Curtiz, one of the two directors, would go on to direct Casablanca, among others. Glad you enjoyed it and had fun!

Cassie !! If you're doing a Robin Hood theme, you HAVE TO include Looney Tunes "Robin Hood Daffy" starring Daffy Duck and Porky Pig !!! It's an ALL-TIME CLASSIC !!!

For me, this is the best version. A true classic.

A real classic and one of my favourites. The definition of a fun movie, and Claude Rains's fringe is truly villainous.

It was fun watching this classic with you m'lady. This is back when men were men and writers were writers. Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone were both excellent swordsmen, it was part of the studio training at the time. Flynns best are "Captain Blood" , a pirate adventure. ( My favorite classic movie of all time.) and "They Died With Their Boots On." The story of Custer at the Little Big Horn (only somewhat historical.)

This one is the best one by far. There's no comparison.

I used to dress up as Erroyl Flynn's Robin Hood as Halloween for years as a child. This movie will always hold a special place in my heart.

One of my all time favorite movies. I watched this on an almost weekly basis between ages 7 and 9. Because of this movie, I was HIGHLY disappointed when we went to England and visited Nottingham and Sherwood Forest. I was expecting to see this castle and this forest, and well, this is when I learned that most movies aren't filmed on location...

Still the best Robin Hood movie ever made

Ohhh my... I just love all the old movies I watched when I was a kid especially this one!!! The mix of drama and humor in this one is priceless and delightful. Thanks for reacting to this great classic!!! Yes there are lots of Robin Hood shows and movies. 😉 I have 2 other Robin Hood favorites to recommend : Robin Hood Prince of Theives with Kevin Costner and the BBC series Robin Hood. You may not want to react to the series one on the channel but you could watch it off-channel. I think you would love it. 😍

The thing with movies from this time is that the actors are actually talented.

As for your question about the loyalty of the "Army". There really weren't any "National Armies" in this time period. Feudal Armies generally owed their loyalty to their local Lord, who (in theory) owed his loyalty to the King. If your Lord went against the King, you either fought for your Lord, or you were an oath breaker (not to mention going against the guy who was paying you.) The time period "Robin Hood" is set in is the late 12th Century (1100's) it wasn't unheard of for a noble to switch sides and their forces would go from fighting against the Crown, to fighting for the Crown very quickly. A good example is in the later War of the Roses (15th Century) It was a chaotic time.