Peacock has officially added a major action film starring Russell Crowe to its streaming catalog. This addition comes more than a decade after the movie originally premiered in cinemas.

The Arrival of a Blockbuster Epic on Peacock

The film, which is based on the legendary English folklore of the heroic outlaw, garnered mixed critical reception during its initial theatrical run. Commercially, the movie experienced an underwhelming performance relative to its massive production cost.

Financial Performance and Source Material

The action movie grossed over $321 million globally. This figure was set against a reported production budget of $237 million. The story centers on the popular English folklore concerning an outlaw who famously redistributes wealth from the rich to the poor.

An All-Star Ensemble Cast

The production featured an extensive ensemble cast alongside Russell Crowe. Cate Blanchett portrayed Marian of Loxley in the film.

Other notable actors included William Hurt as William Marshal, Mark Addy as Friar Tuck, and Oscar Isaac taking on the role of Prince John. The cast also featured Danny Huston as King Richard the Lionheart, Matthew Macfadyen as the Sheriff of Nottingham, and Léa Seydoux as Isabella of Angoulême.

Official Synopsis Details

The official synopsis outlines the plot following a major historical event. "After the death of Richard the Lion-Hearted, a skilled archer named Robin Longstride travels to Nottingham, where villagers suffer under a despotic sheriff and crippling taxation," the summary reads.

It continues by detailing Robin’s personal quest: "He meets and falls in love with a spirited widow, Marion, although she is skeptical of his motives. Hoping to win her heart and save the village, Robin gathers a band of warriors to fight corruption in Nottingham, little knowing they will soon be fighting to save England itself."

The Creative Team Behind the Film

Ridley Scott directed this iteration of the Robin Hood story. Brian Helgeland was responsible for writing the screenplay for the feature.

The production team included several key figures. Executive producers were Michael Costigan, Ryan Kavanaugh, Jim Whitaker, and Charles J.D. Schlissel. Crowe, Scott, and Brian Grazer all served as producers on the project.

The technical crew comprised cinematographer John Mathieson, editor Pietro Scalia, composer Marc Streitenfeld, and production designer Arthur Max.