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Release Year1954
Runtime1h 14m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresAdventure
Votes10
DirectorAllen H. Miner
WritersFred Freiberger, Al C. Ward, Johnston McCulley
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.9 out of 10
Cast8 credited
Also Known AsThe Black Pirates
About The Black Pirates
Pirates searching for treasure take over a small town in Central America where they believe the loot is buried, but discover that a church has been built over the spot. They force the townspeople to dig for it, but there are more surprises in store for them than they counted on.
Directed by Allen H. Miner, The Black Pirates leans on a strong ensemble — Anthony Dexter, Martha Roth, Lon Chaney Jr. — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about adventure titles of 1954.
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