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Pirates 1986

“Our Ship's Highly-Trained Staff Awaits You.”

Status
Released
Runtime
124 minutes
Director
Roman Polanski
Networks
Cominco, Carthago Films, Accent Films
★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 PG-13 AdventureComedy Released
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What is Pirates?

Pirates is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Adventure, Comedy.

Type
Film
Year
1986
Status
Released
Runtime
124 minutes
Release date
May 8, 1986
Studios
Cominco, Carthago Films, Accent Films
Genres
Adventure, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.3/10
Episode runtime
~124 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Cominco, Carthago Films, Accent Films

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Overview

Pirates is a film first released in 1986. Catalogued under Adventure, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Cominco, Carthago Films, Accent Films. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Swashbuckling comedy follows Captain Red and his sidekick Frog on high‑seas mischief.”

Reasons to watch
  • Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Roman Polanski
  • Blend of adventure and comedy
  • Features veteran actor Walter Matthau
Keep in mind
  • Pacing may feel uneven for modern audiences

Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted swashbuckling tales with a comedic twist.

Its PG‑13 rating means mild cartoonish violence and jokes suitable for teens and adults.

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Who directed Pirates (1986)?

The film was directed by Roman Polanski.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is an adventure comedy.

Which notable actors appear in the movie?

The cast includes Walter Matthau, Cris Campion, Damien Thomas, Olu Jacobs and Ferdy Mayne.

How long is the film?

The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes.

When was Pirates released in the United States?

It was released on July 18, 1986.

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