Full Breakdown
Robin Hood Season 2 Expands Cast and Political Stakes as Filming Begins in Serbia
7/16/2026, 8:31:34 PM
Core Event
MGM+ has begun production on the second season of its action-adventure drama Robin Hood in Serbia. The series adds three high-profile actors—James Purefoy, Colin O’Donoghue and Luke Roberts—who will portray King Henry, Prince Richard and the Norman noble Amaury D’Montfort respectively. Their arrivals are described as reshaping the political landscape and forcing Robin and his allies to confront shifting loyalties, royal power struggles and new threats.
Background & Context
The first season premiered in November 2025 and quickly became one of MGM+ ’s top-performing original series, earning a 77 % “Fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 79 % user score on Popcornmeter. Strong viewership led the network to green-light a second season in February 2026. The show reimagines the classic legend as a modern prestige drama, blending outlaw action with historical intrigue.
Key Figures & Groups
- James Purefoy (known for *Rome* and *Masters of the Universe*) – King Henry, a monarch with a ruthless vision for England.
- Colin O’Donoghue (known for *Once Upon a Time*) – Prince Richard, Henry’s eldest son and rightful heir whose fate could spark civil war.
- Luke Roberts (known for *Ransom*, *Game of Thrones*) – Amaury D’Montfort, an ambitious Norman noble central to Nottingham’s power struggle.
- Jack Patten as Robin Hood and Sean Bean as the Sheriff of Nottingham return as leads.
- Supporting cast includes Lauren McQueen (Maid Marian), Connie Nielsen (Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine), and others.
- Showrunner John Glenn, director Jonathan English, and executive producers Todd Lieberman and Michael Wright (global head of MGM+) oversee production.
Timeline
- February 2026 – Season 2 officially green-lit.
- July 16 2026 – MGM+ issues a press release announcing new cast and the start of filming in Serbia.
- July 2026 onward – Principal photography proceeds in Serbian locations, as confirmed by multiple outlets.
Data & Statistics
Season 2 will be streamed on MGM+ in the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Spain, Latin America, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. The first season’s 77 % Rotten Tomatoes rating and robust international viewership underpin expectations for a broader audience reach.
Why It Matters / Impact
Introducing King Henry, Prince Richard and Amaury D’Montfort expands the series beyond Sherwood Forest into the courts of England, France and Rome, turning the outlaw rebellion into a high-stakes contest for the soul of the Angevin empire. This narrative shift aims to attract viewers interested in political drama and may elevate the show’s standing in the competitive prestige-drama market.
Official Statements & Responses
MGM+’s press release states that Season 2 “expands the world of Robin Hood, as the arrival of King Henry, Prince Richard and the ambitious Amaury D’Montfort reshapes the political landscape, forcing Rob and his allies to navigate shifting loyalties, royal power struggles and dangerous new threats.”
Michael Wright, global head of MGM+, said the series “quickly became one of our top-performing original series of all time, and the response from our audiences both in the US and abroad has been exceptional.” He added, “We’re thrilled to continue this epic adventure for a second season,” and praised the creative team for reimagining the legend with “remarkable depth and authenticity.”
Criticism & Opposition
The supplied sources contain no critical commentary or dissenting viewpoints regarding the production or casting decisions.
On-the-Ground Reports
Both Deadline and UPI confirm that principal photography is underway in Serbia, marking the first major overseas shoot for the series.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
No official release date for Season 2 has been announced; sources uniformly note that a premiere date remains unconfirmed.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Season 2 expands the world of Robin Hood, as the arrival of King Henry, Prince Richard and the ambitious Amaury D'Montfort reshapes the political landscape, forcing Rob and his allies to navigate shifting loyalties, royal power struggles and dangerous new threats,” — MGM+ press release
- “Robin Hood quickly became one of our top-performing original series of all time, and the response from our audiences both in the US and abroad has been exceptional.” — Michael Wright, global head of MGM+
- “As the Angevin empire threatens to tear itself apart, Rob and Marian are drawn into the orbit of kings and queens, forced to wield the very instruments of Norman power - politics, gold and betrayal - to secure a future for the Saxons. What begins as a fight for survival becomes a reckoning with power itself.” — Season 2 synopsis
- “What begins as a fight for survival becomes a reckoning with power itself.” — Season 2 synopsis
- “We're thrilled to continue this epic adventure for a second season.” — Michael Wright, global head of MGM+
