Bafta-winning star lands role in new TV series Robin Hood – weeks after hit period drama was brutally axed
THE story of Robin Hood is to be the latest storyline for a new TV series, which will star a Bafta award winning actor in its cast.
The new series will retell the iconic British hero story of the archer who takes from the rich and gives to the poor, all whilst battling the villainous Sheriff of Nottingham.
Sean Bean, who has also starred in films such as Lord of the Rings, will star alongside Australian newcomer Jack Patten as the famous hero.
The new series for MGM+ is being hailed as a historic retelling, and is expected to be a 10-episode series.
The new role for Bean comes as one of his recent period dramas has left fans disappointed when it was cancelled after just one series.
Shardlake on Disney+ is set during the reign of Henry VIII in the 16th century and received rave reviews from fans.
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Based on the historical novels by C.J. Sansom and with seven books in the series, fans were hoping the drama would include multiple seasons but unfortunately the streaming platform has cancelled any future series.
Shardlake has a stellar cast starring Sean Bean, Arthur Hughes and Anthony Boyle, with the latter confirming there are no plans for a second series.
Writing on Instagram, Anthony told fans: "Sadly Shardlake won’t be coming back from another season. Thanks for all the love and support on it. First season still on Disney Plus UK."
In a statement to Variety, a Disney spokesperson also confirmed the news and said: "We’d like to thank Stephen Butchard who adapted the late C.J. Sansom’s beloved novel for the screen, the entire cast – led by the outstanding Arthur Hughes – and crew, and our production partners The Forge and Runaway Fridge.
"We hope to work with all of our partners across these shows again in the future."
The series has an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with one review stating: "Gripping atmospheric historical drama, great cast."
Taking to social media, fans of the series have expressed how 'gutted' they are that Shardlake has been axed after just one series.
One fan wrote on X: "ReallY gutted to hear the news #shardlake won’t be returning for a 2nd second. What a missed opportunity. Great cast and fantastic books. Disappointed."
Another posted: "Right, cancelling Shardlake is a legit crime."
