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Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves script analysis

Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Robin Hood is rescued from a Saracen prison, returns to England to avenge his father’s death, and unites disparate outlaws against the tyrannical Sheriff of Nottingham. Along the way he finds love with Marian and overcomes personal prejudice to build a brotherhood. The climactic castle assault leads to justice, reunion, and marriage.

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

25%

The film opens with a lone figure howling at the sun over an Arab city, establishing tone and setting.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 33 / Page 33 / 5% target

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In the cathedral Robin warns the Sheriff that every harm will be repaid threefold, stating the theme of justice and consequence.

Because for every harm you do, I swear by God I shall visit on you threefold in return.
3

Set-Up

Scenes 2-6 / Pages 2-6 / 10% target

25%

We meet Robin and Peter in captivity, escape via the sewers, lose Peter in battle, and see Robin join Aslan heading to England.

4

Catalyst

Scene 5 / Page 5 / 12% target

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Peter’s death propels Robin into a quest for vengeance and establishes stakes.

5

Debate

Scene 6 / Page 6 / 20% target

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Robin and Aslan debate whether to journey together to England and face unknown dangers.

6

Break into Two

Scene 11 / Page 11 / 25% target

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Arriving on the English shore, Robin commits to returning home and confronting his past.

7

B Story

Scene 22 / Page 22 / 30% target

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Robin meets Marian, introducing the romantic subplot.

I am Robin of Locksley.
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 26-29 / Pages 26-29 / 40% target

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Robin establishes himself in Sherwood, gathers woodsmen and recruits Friar Tuck in a series of adventurous encounters.

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Midpoint

Scene 39 / Page 39 / 50% target

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The Sheriff kills his own lieutenant Gisborne, raising the stakes and tipping the balance of power.

And I cannot allow a lieutenant to fail me.
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 45 / Page 45 / 65% target

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After a brutal battle with Celtic mercenaries, the outlaws suffer heavy losses, and Robin laments too much bloodshed.

11

All Is Lost

Scene 47 / Page 47 / 75% target

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Despairing after defeat, Robin angrily rejects Aslan and his father’s medallion.

Damn you, Arab. I want you out of my life. Can't you understand that? Go home. Go back...
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 48 / Page 48 / 80% target

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Will Scarlet returns with news that their comrades are to be hanged, leaving Robin feeling hopeless.

I bring a message from Nottingham. Our men are to be hung in the square on Saturday. At...
13

Break into Three

Scene 49 / Page 49 / 85% target

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Robin and allies infiltrate the castle chapel where the Sheriff is forcing a politically charged wedding, setting the stage for final action.

Marry us. When I am declared king, that rabble will not dare go against us.
14

Finale

Scenes 50-58 / Pages 50-58 / 95% target

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The outlaws storm the castle, liberate prisoners, and Robin confronts and kills the Sheriff, restoring justice.

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Final Image

Scene 60 / Page 60 / 99% target

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Robin and Marian are married in the cathedral, reflecting a restored order and personal fulfillment.

By the power vested in me by God's holy church, I now pronounce you husband and wife.