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The Pirate

Seen it?

1948 | 102 min | Music, Romance, Comedy, Adventure

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (78% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics, anyone who wants a laugh and adventure fans. If you loved Corpse Bride, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Light and funny, romantic.
The pace
Breezy, at 1 hr 42 min.
What might put you off
Made in 1948: an older pace and style.

A girl is engaged to the local richman, but meanwhile she has dreams about the legendary pirate Macoco. A traveling singer falls in love with her and to impress her he poses as the pirate.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    78% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.5 out of 10

  • AwardsBelow par

    Nominated for 1 Oscar.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $5 million worldwide on a $4 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 31K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Vincente Minnelli

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  • Gladys CooperAunt Inez
  • Reginald OwenThe Advocate
  • George ZuccoThe Viceroy
  • Fayard NicholasPerformer
  • Harold NicholasPerformer
  • Lester AllenUncle Capucho
  • Lola AlbrightIsabella