Robin Hood: Men in Tights

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Robin Hood: Men in Tights

PG-13

Released Jul 28, 1993

1h 42m

Comedy

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Crusading nobleman Robin of Loxley (Cary Elwes) escapes from prison in Jerusalem and returns home to find that the evil Prince John (Richard Lewis) has confiscated his family estate and is abusing the citizenry. Robin enlists his blind attendant, Blinkin (Mark Blankfield), his friend Will Scarlett O'Hara (Matthew Porretta) and Little John (Eric Allan Kramer) to help regain his home. Robin also hopes to woo the beautiful Maid Marian (Amy Yasbeck), but her chastity belt may prove a challenge.

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Critics Consensus

Undisciplined, scatological, profoundly silly, and often utterly groan-worthy, Robin Hood: Men in Tights still has an amiable, anything-goes goofiness that has made it a cult favorite.

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Johanna Steinmetz

Chicago Tribune

Robin Hood: Men In Tights, Brooks' spoof of the Robin Hood legend, gets off to a creaky start before it loosens up and produces laughs.

Rated: 2.5/4

Dec 7, 2018

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Angie Errigo

Empire Magazine

To say that this is the funniest film Mel Brooks has co-written, produced and directed in some years is, alas, not saying very much.

Rated: 2/5

Dec 7, 2018

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Gene Siskel

Chicago Tribune

A most disappointing Mel Brooks movie parody that suggests that the once hilarious Brooks has completely lost his way.

Rated: 0.5/4

Dec 7, 2018

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Though it’s consistently amusing (yet largely toothless in its originality and edge), there isn't a wealth of laugh-out-loud moments.

Rated: 6/10

Aug 9, 2023

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Bill Cosford

Miami Herald

The movie is not nearly as bawdy as it needs to be. Or as smart, either.

Rated: 2/4

Aug 18, 2021

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Marilynne S. Mason

Christian Science Monitor

Robin Hood is surely one of Mel Brooks's worst disasters.

Mar 27, 2019

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Dan J

A fun watch. Many good jokes and some awesome slapstick moments. The middle part is a bit slower, otherwise it's a fun ride.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/11/25

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Ella M

All of you haters have no idea how ingenious this comic parody is, and what a joy it is to share in the fun the actors and crew and especially Mel Brooks are having on set. It never ceases to deliver laughs and smiles and connection for me with my childhood - where I first learned that humor was the most effective way for flowing through the painful and ridiculous parts of life. Also Kevin Costner is walking talking absurdist theater and he refuses to see it. Somebody had to stick it to him … with love!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/01/25

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Dani G

The same silly, exaggerated humor of other Mel Brooks' films

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

08/08/25

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Dave H.

Well, he was funny in the 70’s.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

08/22/25

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Horror fan 4

Mel Brooks at his best again with this classic. Great characters and music. A lot of laughs for everyone. Tim Treakle

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/30/25

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r96 s

'Robin Hood: Men in Tights' is a film that I can see the appeal for. For me, I 'only' found it to be noticeably amusing, as in I don't think I actually laughed once but I was constantly appreciating the many gags that arrive; smirks aplenty, for sure. I'm happy I've finally got it watched. Of the cast, Cary Elwes obviously stands out most. I'm not overly into him as an actor, though I would say he was a strong fit for this one. Richard Lewis and Roger Rees are the best of the rest in my opinion, while Mark Blankfield, Patrick Stewart and director Mel Brooks have solid minor roles. Despite seeing over 2,700 movies, this makes for my first Mel Brooks film. I do have some bewildering blind spots, it's gotta be said; e.g. Alfred Hitchcock is another. Brooks' 'Blazing Saddles' is one I plan to see soon. As for this? Good.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/03/25

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Synopsis

Crusading nobleman Robin of Loxley (Cary Elwes) escapes from prison in Jerusalem and returns home to find that the evil Prince John (Richard Lewis) has confiscated his family estate and is abusing the citizenry. Robin enlists his blind attendant, Blinkin (Mark Blankfield), his friend Will Scarlett O'Hara (Matthew Porretta) and Little John (Eric Allan Kramer) to help regain his home. Robin also hopes to woo the beautiful Maid Marian (Amy Yasbeck), but her chastity belt may prove a challenge.

Director: Mel Brooks
Producer: Mel Brooks
Screenwriter: Mel Brooks, J.D. Shapiro, Evan Chandler
Production Co: Gaumont
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 28, 1993, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $35.3M
Runtime: 1h 42m
Sound Mix: Surround

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