The Prince of Thieves
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64% Critic Match

The Prince of Thieves

6.4 / 10 1948 1h 12mNR English
ActionAdventure

Storyline

After fighting in the Crusades alongside Richard I of England, Sir Allan Claire returns home to marry his betrothed Lady Christable. Accompanied by his sister Lady Marian, the two are intercepted by Robin Hood and his band of Merrie Men. Recognizing a friend of King Richard, Robin informs them that Lady Christabel is to be wed to another against her will in the interest of politics and her father's fortune. The three team up to rescue the fair lady.

Cast & Crew

Jon Hall

Jon Hall

Robin Hood

Lead
Patricia Morison

Patricia Morison

Lady Marian Claire

Adele Jergens

Adele Jergens

Lady Christabel

Alan Mowbray

Alan Mowbray

The Friar

H.B. Warner

H.B. Warner

Gilbert Head

Michael Duane

Michael Duane

Sir Allan Claire

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Howard Bretherton's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. The Prince of Thieves is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker