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Robin Hood: Season 1 (DVD) People's hero, war hero, romantic hero and leader of the world's most famous resistance group...Robin Hood is known and loved by millions around the world. His fight against a corrupt government and greedy officials is something we all can connect with. Fun, modern and intelligent, the BBC's Robin Hood is guaranteed to appeal to today's sophisticated viewers and is set to be as popular as the new Doctor Who. Sharp, witty scripts by Dominic Minghella and a striking new look set the tone as the BBC updates this popular legend for all the family.]]> Every generation gets the Robin Hood it deserves. After a dashing adventure (The Adventures of Robin Hood) , a ponderous retelling (Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves) , spoofs (Mel Brooks' When Things Were Rotten and Robin Hood: Men in Tights) , and even a cartoon (Disney's Robin Hood) , this thoroughly modern 2006 BBC series brings cheeky wit, exuberant action, and fierce fencing and special effects-enhanced archery to the party.