Robin Hood release date, cast, trailer and how to watch epic Sean Bean series

The legend of Robin Hood has been told numerous times before in different formats, but the latest adaptation promises to be a "smart, sweeping, romantic adventure".

With the focus on the relationship between Robin and Marian, the series brings "historical authenticity and psychological depth".

From the creator of SEAL Team, John Glenn, it shines a light on newcomer Jack Patten in the title role.

The synopsis reads: "A Saxon forester's son, Rob, and the daughter of a Norman lord, Marian, work together to fight for justice and freedom following the Norman invasion of England in the Middle Ages.

"Rob becomes the leader of a band of rebel outlaws while Marian infiltrates the Norman courts, as they collaborate to thwart royal corruption and bring peace to England."

The series will have a double-bill premiere on Sunday, November 2.

Following this, the episodes will continue to air weekly on Sundays until the finale on December 28.

The episode release schedule is as follows:

Episodes 1 and 2 - November 2

Episode 3 - November 9

Episode 4 - November 16

Episode 5 - November 23

Episode 6 - November 30

Episode 7 - December 7

Episode 8 - December 14

Episode 9 - December 21

Episode 10 - December 28

Australian actor Jack Patten leads the cast as Robin Hood in his first big TV role.

Prior to this, he had a guest role in an episode of NCIS: Sydney, and starred in the film War Machine.

Lauren McQueen stars as Marian, and she is best known for playing Lily Drinkwell in Hollyoaks.

Sean Bean plays the Sheriff of Nottingham, with Lydia Peckham as Priscilla of Nottingham.

Steven Waddington stars as the Earl of Huntingdon, with Marcus Fraser as Little John.

Angus Castle-Doughty plays Friar Tuck, Henry Rowley is Will and Connie Nielsen is Eleanor of Aquitaine.

The supporting cast includes:

Richard Lintern as the Bishop of Hereford

Erica Ford as Ralph Miller

Ryan Gage as Spragart

Oscar Salem as Marshal, the Earl of Pembroke

Miloš Timotijevi as Egbert

Tamara Radovanovi

Graeme Thomas King as Prince John

Tom Mison as Hugh Locksley

Anastasia Griffith as Joan Locksley

Matija Gredi as Drew Miller

Mihailo Lazi as Henry

Boban Marjanovi as Drogo

Jelena Gavrilovi as Godda

Yes, an official trailer has been released and it shows Robin receiving some wise words from his father, who tragically dies.

Meanwhile, Robin realises he must choose good over acts of revenge and resentment.

Fans have taken to the comments to share their thoughts, with @anilifevideos saying: "Genuinely excited about this one. I love that there are fresh faces in this cast."

The ten-episode first season will premiere on MGM+ in the UK.

In the UK, MGM+ is available as a premium channel through Amazon Prime Video.

The subscription price for MGM+ in the UK is between £4 and £6 per month.

Robin Hood starts streaming on MGM+ from November 2