William Hurt confirmed for 'Robin Hood'

William Hurt will star opposite Russell Crowe in director Ridley Scott's big screen Robin Hood reinvention.

Hurt, whose name has been linked to the project for several months, will portray William Marshall, the Earl of Pembroke, a real-life figure and skilled jouster who was one of the most powerful men in Europe, says The Hollywood Reporter.

The medieval epic will delve into the origins of the key characters in the Robin Hood legend. Joining Crowe in the cast are Scott Grimes, Kevin Durand and Alan Doyle as Merry Men. Cate Blanchett will play Maid Marian, while Mark Strong and Vanessa Redgrave are also on board the movie.

The untitled Universal film is currently shooting in the UK.