Cary Elwes ' Robin is the best part of Men in Tights; the Princess Bride actor's sly charm and, yes, English accent would make him a good Robin even in a movie that takes the hero seriously.

Robin Hood: Men in Tights marked the film debut of a young Dave Chappelle as Ahchoo, the fast-talking son of Ahsneeze. His comedic timing and charisma hinted at the star he would become.

It provided a backdrop to Mel Brook’s “Robin Hood: Men in Tights,” the 1980s TV series “The A-Team” and the 2000s FX outlaw biker series “Sons of Anarchy.” ...