Robin Hood Episode 8: Release date news, time, streaming details, cast, and more 

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Robin Hood Episode 8 is set to drop on December 14, 2025.

The newest TV version of Robin Hood became very popular in late 2025. This new show stars Jack Patten as Rob (Robin Hood) and Lauren McQueen as Marian. It premiered on MGM+ on Sunday, November 2, 2025.

It launched with two episodes at once. Now, Robin Hood Episode 8 will bring the next chapter of the story. The show focuses on romance, rebellion, and royal politics.

The story is set after the Norman Conquest of England. Rob is the son of a Saxon forester. Marian is the daughter of a Norman lord. Together, they fight corruption and unfair rule.

Rob leads a group of rebel outlaws. Marian works inside the Norman court to fight from within. The show mixes action, drama, romance, and politics. It is based on history, but told with a modern style.


Release date and streaming details of Robin Hood Episode 8

Robin Hood Episode 8 will be released on Sunday, December 14, 2025. In the United States, new episodes air on Sundays on MGM+. They usually drop in the evening. For Robin Hood Episode 8, the expected time is around 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Robin Hood is exclusive to MGM+ in the U.S. This means it only streams there. You can watch it directly on MGM+, or through Amazon Prime Video as an add-on, or on other TV and streaming platforms that carry MGM+.

The regular MGM+ price is $7.99 per month. Some plans show a different price: $6.99 per month, or $58.99 per year, depending on the offer or package. MGM+ often gives a 7-day free trial for new users.

These are the main cast members of Robin Hood Episode 8:

Jack Patten plays Rob / Robin Hood. He is the main hero and outlaw leader.

Lauren McQueen plays Marian of Huntingdon. She is a noblewoman. She is allied with Rob. She is the classic Maid Marian character.

Sean Bean plays the Sheriff of Nottingham. He is the main villain. He represents Norman power and oppression.

Connie Nielsen plays Eleanor of Aquitaine. She is a powerful noblewoman. She is a key figure in the show’s political world.

These are members of Rob’s group and close companions:

Marcus Fraser plays Little John. He is one of Robin’s main companions.

Angus Castle-Doughty plays Friar Tuck. He is the religious and moral voice of the outlaws.

Henry Rowley plays Will Gamewell. He is another member of Robin’s circle.

The show also has many other nobles and court figures. These are played by actors like Lydia Peckham and Steven Waddington, along with many others listed in the full cast.


What do we expect from Robin Hood Episode 8?

Robin Hood begins with a very sad and violent start. After the Norman Conquest, the Saxon family of Hugh Locksley lost their land. Hugh is Rob’s father. Hugh asks for justice, but no one listens. During a royal hunt, a guard is killed. Hugh is falsely blamed for treason and the guard’s death, and is executed.

Young Rob watches in horror. Their home is taken away. Rob becomes a fugitive. Soon after, his mother dies. Rob is left alone, angry, and without a home. Rob grows from a grieving boy into a hard outlaw. His anger is no longer only personal. He now hates the unfair treatment of Saxon people, too.

Rob then meets Marian Huntingdon. She is a noblewoman. Her father, the Earl of Huntingdon, now owns the Locksley estate. Even though they come from enemy sides and different classes, Rob and Marian form a secret and forbidden love. Rob slowly builds his outlaw identity. He gathers allies and followers. They form a band of rebels against the Normans. Their hideout becomes the forest.

Marian is forced to live in the Norman noble world. She serves under Eleanor of Aquitaine. She must balance her noble life with her secret support for Rob’s cause. The danger grows when Queen Eleanor arrives in Nottingham. The nobles gather. The Sheriff of Nottingham, Rob’s enemy, feels pressure. Rob’s fight becomes bigger than revenge. It becomes a fight for justice against Norman rule.

In Robin Hood Episode 7, called Thieves With a Purpose, the conflict grows stronger. Rob secretly meets Queen Eleanor and makes a deal. He attacks a powerful lord named Baron Warwick. The Sheriff strikes back. He arrests Rob’s uncle Gamewell and other Saxon elders.

At the same time, Prince John arrives at court. Marian feels an unexpected attraction to him. Queen Eleanor secretly asks Marian to spy on Prince John. Now everything is very dangerous. The rebels are being hunted. Royal politics are growing messy. Trust is breaking. Rob and Marian’s relationship is under great strain.

What began as Rob’s personal revenge is now a full rebellion. Rob and Marian’s love is tested by class, loss, and secrets. Powerful figures like the Sheriff and Queen Eleanor add pressure. By Episode 7, the rebels have struck, and retaliation has already begun.

Here are the most likely things to happen in Robin Hood Episode 8, based on how Episode 7 ended:

Rob’s attack on Baron Warwick caused the Sheriff to arrest Saxon elders and Rob’s uncle. Because of this, the Sheriff will likely strike back harder. There may be raids on rebel hideouts. There may be punishment for people who help the rebels. Some villages may suffer. The fight may grow from small attacks into a full crackdown. The rebels will have to choose to run, fight, or hide from their allies.

As the danger grows, the rebel group may start to crack in Robin Hood Episode 8. Some may become afraid for their families. Some may want to give up or make deals to survive. Rob’s leadership will be tested. If innocent people suffer, some may blame him. This could cause fighting inside the group. It could even cause splits or betrayal.

Marian is inside the Norman court. She serves Queen Eleanor. She is also spying on Prince John. Her heart is torn in two. She still cares for Rob and the rebels. But she also fears for her life and her family. Robin Hood Episode 8 may force her to choose. She may have to betray Rob and the rebels, or risk everything to support them. Her inner struggle may become the main story.

With Queen Eleanor and Prince John involved, the political games will grow stronger. Some nobles may change sides. There may be secret deals and alliances. The court may plan new ways to control the rebels. Robin Hood Episode 8 may show power battles in the court, not just fights in the forest.

Robin Hood Episode 8 may bring a huge moment. The rebels might plan a big mission. This could be to free the prisoners, stop unfair taxes, or attack a powerful Norman leader. Or the rebels may face a trap, betrayal, or ambush. This could be a major setback. It may push the story into open war or a deeper secret rebellion.

As the fight grows, the price will grow too. There may be death, sacrifice, and hard moral choices. Expect strong emotions: grief, guilt, and fear. Relationships will be tested, especially between Rob and Marian. People will have to choose between love, safety, and the fight for justice.

Edited by Sahiba Tahleel