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The Boy and the Pirates

1960·Movie
1h 22min·NR
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes–9%

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The Boy and the Pirates fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Wonder6
  • Hopefulness5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

History

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Boy Against Buccaneer!

Jimmy desires to be a pirate when one day he discovers a magic bottle on the beach. He makes a wish and suddenly finds himself aboard Blackbeard's ship. Soon he realizes that being a pirate isn't what he expected.
Pirate AdventureFantasyNostalgic ClassicEscapist EntertainmentFamily-FriendlySwashbuckling ActionHistorical SettingComing-of-AgeWorld Immersion

Crew

Directed by:
Bert I. Gordon, William Forsyth, Joseph Boyle
Written by:
Bert I. Gordon, Lillie Hayward, Jerry Sackheim
Produced by:
Bert I. Gordon
Composed by:
Albert Glasser, Alfred Bruzlin, Sid Sidney

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Boy and the Pirates

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Is The Boy and the Pirates worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Boy and the Pirates rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is The Boy and the Pirates?

1 h 22 min

The Boy and the Pirates runs 1 h 22 min.

What language is The Boy and the Pirates in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Boy and the Pirates?

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