ROBIN HOOD TV DRAMA STOLEN
Master tapes of the new BBC series ROBIN HOOD have been stolen from studios in Hungary - with thieves demanding a $1.8 million (£1 million) ransom for the safe return of the reels.
The British broadcaster has been filming the 13-part drama in Hungary over the summer, which is set to begin broadcasting in October (06).
British newspapers reported today (28AUG06) a Hungarian extra from the show is believed to be the culprit.
TV bosses are now deciding whether to pay the ransom or re-shoot the whole series, which would mean calling the stars, JONAS ARMSTRONG (ROBIN) and KEITH ALLEN (SHERIFF OF NOTTINGHAM), back to the Eastern European country.
Production company Tiger Aspect and the BBC have released a joint statement, saying, "Tiger Aspect has been the victim of a break-in in Hungary where Robin Hood is currently being filmed and some high-definition tapes and other equipment have been stolen.
"The thefts are causing inconvenience and have resulted in a delay in finalising some of the episodes. Tiger Aspect is taking all reasonable steps to recover the tapes."
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