Captains Courageous

Captains Courageous

1937 · 115 min · EN · G · 7.4 (197 votes)
Dir. Victor Fleming · Starring Freddie Bartholomew, Spencer Tracy, Lionel Barrymore, Melvyn Douglas, Charley Grapewin, Mickey Rooney · Music Franz Waxman

“As great as "Mutiny on the Bounty"”

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Harvey, the arrogant and spoiled son of an indulgent absentee-father, falls overboard from a transatlantic steamship and is rescued by a fishing vessel on the Grand Banks. Harvey fails to persuade them to take him ashore, nor convince the crew of his wealth. The captain offers him a low-paid job, until they return to port, as part of the crew that turns him into a mature, considerate young man.

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A classic tale of a spoiled rich kid learning the value of hard work and camaraderie. It's a heartwarming adventure that feels both grand and intimate, with a satisfying journey of personal growth.

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