The Black Pirates (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1954, The Black Pirates is an adventure film directed by Allen H. Miner, running about 74 minutes. “Wild raiders of the tropic seas!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Black Pirates stars Anthony Dexter as Captain Zargo, Martha Roth as Juanita, Lon Chaney Jr. as Padre Felipe and Robert Clarke as Manuel Azaga, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Black Pirates has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Pirates page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Pirates tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Pirates (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Pirates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Pirates worth watching?
- The Black Pirates holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Black Pirates?
- The Black Pirates stars Anthony Dexter, Martha Roth, Lon Chaney Jr., Robert Clarke and Víctor Manuel Mendoza.
- When was The Black Pirates released?
- The Black Pirates was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.