Hugh Jackman’s Dark Robin Hood Movie Taps Folk Artist Jim Ghedi For Soundtrack

Hugh Jackman is swapping his superhero claws for a longbow in a dramatic new take on traditional British legend. The Oscar-nominated actor heads the cast of *The Death Of Robin Hood*, a dark period thriller from filmmaker Michael Sarnoski. Set against the harsh backdrop of 1247 England, the story follows a much older version of the famous archer who is deeply tormented by the trail of blood left behind from his younger years while surviving in a lonely, self-imposed exile. Jackman is joined on screen by Emmy-winner Jodie Comer, leading a massive ensemble cast that brings medieval Britain to life. The film also features performances from Bill Skarsgård, Murray Bartlett, and young actor Noah Jupe, alongside Faith Delaney, Clive Russell, and Jade Croot. Sarnoski, who previously directed critical hits like Nicolas Cage's *Pig* and the horror prequel *A Quiet Place: Day One*, leads the project behind the camera. ## who wrote the death of robin hood soundtrack To ground the movie in an authentic period sound, the production recruited acclaimed folk singer-songwriter Jim Ghedi to write the original score. The project marks Ghedi's official debut as a feature film soundtrack composer. Listeners previously came to know his rustic musical style through his 2025 studio record *Wasteland*, making his signature folk roots a natural fit for Sarnoski's realistic portrayal of medieval life. The movie’s soundtrack album delivers a deep, brooding collection of folk compositions designed to complement Robin's tragic final chapter. Selected pieces from the tracklist include opening numbers like "Farm Attack," "Bold Pedlar," "Twa Corbies," and "Red Like The Setting Summer Sun." Later cuts on the project include "Lamentations Of Round-Oak Waters," "Elderfather Fight," "Boat To The Priory," "What Will Become Of England," "Walking Again," "Sister Brigid’s Family," "Making Arrows," and "Searching For Little Margaret." ## when is the death of robin hood release date Fans eager to see Jackman and Comer tackle the legendary folk story can look forward to a late-summer cinematic release. According to project reports, *The Death Of Robin Hood* will officially land in UK movie theaters on September 2, 2026. The combination of Sarnoski's intimate direction, Ghedi's haunting folk instrumentation, and a star-studded cast positions the film as one of the most anticipated dramatic releases of 2026.