H.M.S. Pinafore (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1981, H.M.S. Pinafore is a romance, comedy and tv movie film directed by Paul Starkman, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Captain's daughter Josephine and common sailor Ralph Rackstraw are in love. However, their relationship is complicated by her arranged marriage to the high-ranking Sir Joseph Porter. A secret about the characters' true identities revealed by Little Buttercup, which leads to a farcical resolution. Filmed live from the 1980 Stratford Festival in Ontario.
Who’s in it. H.M.S. Pinafore stars Katherine Terrell as Josephine Corcoran, James MacLean as Ralph Rackstraw, Michael Burgess as Captain Corcoran and Patricia Kern as Little Buttercup, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, H.M.S. Pinafore has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch H.M.S. Pinafore page.
If you liked it. Fans of H.M.S. Pinafore tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch H.M.S. Pinafore (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for H.M.S. Pinafore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is H.M.S. Pinafore worth watching?
- H.M.S. Pinafore holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance, comedy and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in H.M.S. Pinafore?
- H.M.S. Pinafore stars Katherine Terrell, James MacLean, Michael Burgess, Patricia Kern and Eric Donkin.
- When was H.M.S. Pinafore released?
- H.M.S. Pinafore was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.