Robin Hood Film Shot in Northern Ireland Premieres with Hugh Jackman
On September 2, 2026, the UK saw the premiere of The Death of Robin Hood, a new take on the legendary outlaw's story. Hugh Jackman portrays a fatigued Robin Hood in this film, which was shot entirely in Northern Ireland. The cast and crew appreciated the area’s diverse landscapes and ease of travel. Belfast's Tabitha Smyth, making her major studio debut as Sarah, noted how quickly you can move from a beach to a city or a forest park. Filming locations included Silent Valley, Glenarm, Murlough Bay, Strangford, and Bushmills, with production at Belfast Harbour Studios and post-work at Yellow Moon in Holywood. The cast includes Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, and Noah Jupe. Northern Ireland Screen’s Andrew Reid pointed out that projects like this are becoming frequent, showcasing the region's potential in European cinema. This adaptation leans into a darker, more reflective version of Robin Hood compared to previous ones.
Key facts
- The Death of Robin Hood was released in the UK on 2 September 2026.
- The film stars Hugh Jackman as Robin Hood, with Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, and Noah Jupe.
- Filming took place entirely in Northern Ireland, including Silent Valley, Glenarm, Murlough Bay, Strangford, and Bushmills.
- Production was based at Belfast Harbour Studios; post-production was done at Yellow Moon in Holywood.
- Belfast-born actress Tabitha Smyth plays Sarah in her first major studio film.
- Andrew Reid of Northern Ireland Screen says such productions are now a 'regular occurrence'.
- Northern Ireland's compact geography allows travel from beach to city to forest within 20 minutes.
- The film is based on a 17th-century ballad and offers a darker take on the legend.
Entities
Artists
- Hugh Jackman
- Jodie Comer
- Bill Skarsgård
- Noah Jupe
- Tabitha Smyth
Institutions
- BBC News NI
- Northern Ireland Screen
- Belfast Harbour Studios
- Yellow Moon
Locations
- Northern Ireland
- Belfast
- Silent Valley
- Glenarm
- Murlough Bay
- Strangford
- Bushmills
- Holywood
- United Kingdom