Robin and the Outlaws come across a group of travellers who were hiding a valuable treasure. Delighted by this new addition to their dwindling coffers, the Outlaws joy will soon be squashed by the reality of where this treasure had come from. Now the beautifully crafted items are to be given to Sir Richard of the Lea for his continued service to the true crown. However Sir Richards clumsiness causes the prying vultures to come to his castle to take the treasure for themselves.
Personal Synopsis
The Byzantine Treasure episode shows an unique side to the Outlaws, where their obvious frustration is seen at not being able to keep the treasure for themselves. A clearly human reaction. The story follows a treasure of gold plates made in the Byzantine Empire that are cherished and prized by many. This allots for the good vs. evil scenario that plays heavily throughout the series. A fun episode but nothing to write home about.
Original Air-Date: April 23rd 1956
Directed by Terence Fisher
Written by Paul Symonds
Robin Hood- Richard Greene
Sheriff of Nottingham- Alan Wheatley
Little John- Archie Duncan
Friar Tuck- Alexander Gauge
Maid Marian- Bernadette O’Farrell
Sir Richard of the Lea – Ian Hunter
Lady Leonia – Patricia Burke
Vef – William Squire
Stationarius – John Stuart
Archbishop – John Longden
Vintner/Outlaw – Arthur Skinner
Mercer – Paul Connell
Goldsmith/Outlaw – John Dearth
Spicer – Charles Stapley
Nicholas – Willoughby Gray
Armourer – Victor Woolf
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