Plot Summary
Finding more freedom on the high seas than in war-torn Japan, the 'Bahansen' (Pirate ships) based on the Seto Inland Sea during the Warring Period (Sengoku-jidai)sailed to China, Korea, Luzon, and Siam under the Hachiman banner. A battle for supremacy of the seas begins when a strange old shipwreck survivor is brought to Sakai where he divulges a secret that can change the course of history.One of the most literate and well-written films from Toei, this is an exciting tale of swashbuckling samurai on the high seas!
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Director & Crew
Tadashi Sawashima
Director
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Where can I watch The Pirates online?
The Pirates (1960) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the TMDB rating of The Pirates?
It has a TMDB rating of 7.6/10 based on 5 votes.
Who directed The Pirates?
The Pirates was directed by Tadashi Sawashima and released in 1960.
How long is The Pirates?
The Pirates has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1960-09-18
- Status
- Released