Captain Kidd

1945 · 89 min · EN · NR · 6.1 (23 votes)

Dir. Rowland V. Lee · Starring Charles Laughton, Randolph Scott, Barbara Britton, Reginald Owen, John Carradine, Gilbert Roland · Music Werner Janssen

“Swashbuckling Adventure of the PRINCE of PIRATES!”

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Cutthroat pirate William Kidd captures Admiral Blayne's treasure ship and hides the bounty in a cave. Three years later, Kidd, posing as a respectable merchant captain, offers his services to the king. Seeking a social position, Kidd also negotiates for Blayne's title and lands, provided he can prove Blayne was associated with piracy. Launched upon his royal mission, Kidd is unaware that Blayne's son Adam is among the crew, determined to clear his father's name.

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A grand, old-fashioned adventure on the high seas. Expect thrilling naval battles, hidden treasures, and a classic tale of pirates seeking fortune and settling scores. It's pure, unadulterated swashbuckling fun.

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