Robin Hood (1973)
Kernel Score: 81% · 4,597 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Animation, Family, Adventure
Released: 1973-11-08
Runtime: 83 minutes
Is Robin Hood worth watching?
Worth watching. A relaxed, charming Disney take on the Robin Hood legend with animals playing the parts. It's loose and low on stakes, but kids will love it and the songs and characters are fun.
Watch it if you
- love classic hand-drawn Disney
- want something gentle for young kids
- like animal-character retellings
Skip it if you
- want strong plotting
- dislike older, slower animation
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Robin Hood
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
With King Richard off to the Crusades, Prince John and his slithering minion, Sir Hiss, set about taxing Nottingham's citizens with support from the corrupt sheriff - and staunch opposition by the wily Robin Hood and his band of merry men.
Robin Hood parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that Robin Hood (1973) is a classic G-rated Disney animated adventure about heroism and standing up to injustice.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Cartoon action involving Robin Hood outwitting villains; mild and non-graphic, rated G.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Robin Hood
If you liked Robin Hood, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- The Jungle Book (1967) — 83%: Classic Disney animal cast with an easygoing, song-filled adventure
- The Aristocats (1970) — 82%: Cosy hand-drawn Disney with animal heroes
- One Hundred and One Dalmatians (1961) — 80%: Charming classic Disney with animal heroes
- The Sword in the Stone (1963) — 79%: Light, funny Disney tale of legend and magic
- The Fox and the Hound (1981) — 80%: Gentler Disney animal story
- The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) — 85%: The classic live-action Robin Hood
Director
Cast
- Brian Bedford as Robin Hood - A Fox (voice)
- Phil Harris as Little John - A Bear (voice)
- Andy Devine as Friar Tuck - A Badger (voice)
- Monica Evans as Maid Marian - A Vixen (voice)
- Peter Ustinov as Prince John - A Lion / King Richard (voice)
- Terry-Thomas as Sir Hiss - A Snake (voice)
- Pat Buttram as The Sheriff Of Nottingham - A Wolf (voice)
- Carole Shelley as Lady Kluck - A Chicken (voice)
- Roger Miller as Allan-a-Dale - The Rooster (voice)
- Ken Curtis as Nutsy - A Vulture (voice)
Robin Hood FAQ
Is Robin Hood worth watching?
Worth watching. A relaxed, charming Disney take on the Robin Hood legend with animals playing the parts. It's loose and low on stakes, but kids will love it and the songs and characters are fun.
Where can I watch Robin Hood?
In the US you can stream Robin Hood on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Robin Hood OK for kids?
Robin Hood is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that Robin Hood (1973) is a classic G-rated Disney animated adventure about heroism and standing up to injustice.
What movies are like Robin Hood?
If you liked Robin Hood, try The Jungle Book, The Aristocats, One Hundred and One Dalmatians and The Sword in the Stone.