Hurt Confirmed for Scott's Robin Hood Project

Hurt Confirmed for Scott's Robin Hood Project

William Hurt has officially joined the cast of Universal and Imagine's untitled Robin Hood film being directed by Ridley Scott. The actor, whose recent credits include The Incredible Hulk, Vantage Point and Into the Wild, was rumored to be in talks since June. Russell Crowe is headlining the movie, which is billed as a retelling of the origins of the legend's key characters. The film was originally titled Nottingham and indications are that Universal will change the title to the more identifiable Robin Hood, but for now studio says the film is untitled.

Cate Blanchett is on board as Maid Marian, and the project, written by Brian Helgeland, also includes Scott Grimes, Kevin Durand and Alan Doyle as the Merry Men. Hurt plays William Marshall, the Earl of Pembroke, a historical figure who was one of the most powerful men in Europe. Repped by Endeavor, Hurt was Oscar-nominated for his supporting role in 2005's "A History of Violence".

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