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[title]On Tuesday, October 21, make sure to keep your eyes out for Robin Hood and his merry men, who have traded the green canopy of Sherwood Forest for the palm tree-lined streets of Los Angeles in celebration of MGM+’s romantic adventure series, which premieres on Sunday, November 2.
Why have the legendary outlaw and his band of do-gooders headed for the West Coast? Inspired by the famously generous Robin Hood of folklore, they’ll be roaming the city to spread a little unexpected joy and surprise. You can expect to see them sharing small acts of kindness all over L.A. In fact, you might even catch them buying a round of lattes for everyone in your favorite coffee shop, or picking up the tab for a table of strangers. They’ll be everywhere from West Hollywood to Culver City, but you’re most likely to catch a glimpse of the merry men in busy spots, where they’ll be spreading smiles to strangers and neighbors alike.
The idea behind this Robin Hood pop-up is simple but powerful: one generous gesture can turn an ordinary day into a reminder of just how good we can be to each other. So, on Tuesday, October 21, whether you’re grabbing coffee at Farm Cup Coffee (7748 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood) at 7:30am, Drip & Dolce (8807 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood) at 9am or Philz Coffee in Culver (9300 Culver Blvd #113, Culver City) at 11:30am, you should be prepared to be inspired by a glimpse of the legend himself.
If you’re lucky enough to see Robin and his gang of merry men (pro tip: they’ll be the ones in tights and tunics), your morning flat white might be on the house. You might also be hooked up with something even better: a 30-day MGM+ subscription to enjoy the all-new Robin Hood TV show that inspired the pop-up.
The brand-new show stars Jack Patten as Rob, a Saxon outlaw, and Lauren McQueen as Marian, a Norman noblewoman. Together, they unite to fight injustice after the Norman conquest. While Rob leads his infamous rebel band, Marian infiltrates the corrupt court, striving for justice and peace against oppression.
For centuries, the story of Robin Hood has endured not just for its archery or exciting adventures, but because of the authentic story at its heart. Robin Hood has always been a hero who stands up to injustice, championing the radical idea that generosity can—and should—balance the scales. His legend has been retold in countless forms, from medieval ballads to Hollywood blockbusters, but its message has stayed the same. When communities look out for one another, everyone thrives.
This modern-day activation takes that timeless spirit of giving to the streets of L.A. These merry men are giving freely to everyone they see, reminding L.A. that generosity can be as simple as a free coffee, a smile or a small surprise that brightens someone’s day.