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Swashbuckle 2013

★ 6.5/10 · 4 votes NR FamilyReality 7 seasons · 137 eps Returning Series
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What is Swashbuckle?

Swashbuckle is a children's game show that features a competition where kids participate to win back a specific item. The show involves obstacles and challenges as the children attempt to retrieve the item.

Type
TV series
Year
2013
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
137
Runtime
23 minutes
First aired
Jul 6, 2013
Last aired
Nov 2, 2019
Original language
EN
Origin
GB
Networks
CBeebies
Genres
Family, Reality
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Overview

Swashbuckle is a children's game show that features a competition where kids participate to win back a specific item. The show involves obstacles and challenges as the children attempt to retrieve the item. A key aspect of the show is the presence of pirates who are determined to prevent the kids from achieving their goal. The pirates, consisting of Captain Sinker and a duo known as Cook and Line, are adversaries to the children. The show's outcome is contingent upon the success of the children in retrieving the item, which is currently in the possession of Gem. If the children are successful in retrieving all of the items, one of the pirates will face a consequence. The show takes place on a ship, where the mess serves as a potential destination for one of the pirates.

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Should you watch it?

“Children compete in a pirate-themed game show to retrieve stolen jewels from a mischievous crew.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging physical challenges
  • colorful pirate theme
Keep in mind
  • repetitive game structure

Watch it if you are looking for lighthearted children's entertainment featuring pirate antics.

The show is designed for young children and maintains a light, comedic tone.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 8 episodes
Season 2 · 26 episodes
Season 3 · 26 episodes
Season 5 · 24 episodes

Frequently asked questions

What is the premise of Swashbuckle?

Children compete in games to recover stolen jewels belonging to Gem.

Who are the antagonists in the show?

Captain Sinker and the pirates Cook and Line attempt to prevent the children from retrieving the jewels.

What happens if the children retrieve all five jewels?

One of the pirates is required to walk the plank into the ship's mess.

Which network airs the show?

Swashbuckle airs on CBeebies.

When did the series begin airing?

The show started airing on 6 July 2013.