Press Release from Universal Studios Home Entertainment

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Oscar winner Russell Crowe reunites with Gladiator director Ridley Scott to reveal the untold story of a common archer's rise to become a hero in Robin Hood, the $309 million(1) worldwide blockbuster coming to Blu-ray Hi-Def Combo Pack, 2-Disc Special Edition DVD and single disc DVD on September 21, 2010 from Universal Studios Home Entertainment.  All of these versions will feature the theatrical film, as well as a never-before-seen unrated director's cut of the movie. The film and its unrated version will also be available day and date for digital download and video on demand.

The 3-disc Robin Hood Blu-ray Combo Pack will feature a Blu-ray and DVD copy of the theatrical and director's cut film, as well as a digital copy of the director's cut that can be viewed on an array of electronic and portable devices anytime, anywhere. Additionally, both the Blu-ray Combo Pack and the 2-Disc Special Edition will feature deleted scenes and filmmaker commentary, plus an extensive look at the making of Robin Hood that includes behind-the-scenes interviews with cast and crew. The Blu-ray release also exclusively features an interactive "Director's Notebook," which seamlessly takes fans inside the making of the specific scenes of the film, from production design to special effects.

Sweeping pageantry and heart-pumping action transports viewers to the meticulously recreated medieval battlefields and byways of 13th century England for the inspiring story of a legendary hero. Robin Hood's sterling cast also includes Academy Award® winners Cate Blanchett (The Aviator, Elizabeth: the Golden Age) and William Hurt (The Incredible Hulk, Kiss of the Spider Woman), as well as Mark Strong (Sherlock Holmes), Mark Addy (The Full Monty), Oscar Isaac (Body of Lies), Danny Huston (The Aviator), Kevin Durand (Legion), Scott Grimes ("Band of Brothers"), Matthew Macfadyen (Frost/Nixon), Eileen Atkins(Last Chance Harvey), Simon McBurney (Body of Lies) and Oscar® nominee Max von Sydow (Shutter Island).

Robin Hood's expansive scale and exhilarating action sequences hit a bulls-eye with critics around the world, with Pete Hammond of Boxoffice Magazine saying, "If you've think you've seen Robin Hood, think again," and adding that that the film is "spectacular epic movie making at its best in the tradition of Gladiator and Braveheart." Robin Hood is "An original, new take on a classic story," in the words of Patrick Stoner, WHYY – PBS (Philadelphia) and "A must-see epic adventure!" according toChristina Vandre, KARE – NBC (Minneapolis).  Dan Jolin of Empire gives it four stars, calling it, "Ridley Scott and Russell Croweat their most entertaining since Gladiator."

BONUS FEATURES EXCLUSIVELY ON BLU-RAY:

    * DIRECTOR'S NOTEBOOK — A seamless multimedia experience focusing on the director's vision gives viewers a peek inside Oscar® nominee Ridley Scott's unique filmmaking process. Incorporating behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Scott and his trusted inner circle of collaborators, this feature launches at critical moments throughout the film to illuminate the task of mounting a vast production like Robin Hood.
    * THE ART OF NOTTINGHAM — A special look at the portfolio of designs generated for the film, including video introductions by key department heads such as production designer Arthur Max and costume designer Janty Yates. Galleries of concept art, costume designs, storyboards and other imagery are featured.
    * BD-LIVE — Access the BD-Live Center through your Internet-connected player to get even more content, watch the latest trailers and more.
          o MY SCENES — Bookmark your favorite scenes from the movie.
    * pocket BLU app — Experience Blu-ray in an exciting new way with the pocket BLU app for iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Blackberry, Android, PC and Macintosh. With this app, you can work seamlessly with a network-connected Blu-ray player to activate advanced features such as: