Prince of Pirates (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film
Released in 1953, Prince of Pirates is an action and adventure film directed by Sidney Salkow, running about 80 minutes. “Tyranny drove him to piracy!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a 16th century kingdom in the Netherlands, the newly crowned King Stephan concludes a secret treaty with the Spanish. This puts him at odds with his younger brother, Prince Roland, who favors a treaty with the French. Stephan orders Roland imprisoned but Roland escapes and leads a revolt.
Who’s in it. Prince of Pirates stars John Derek as Prince Roland, Barbara Rush as Countess Nita Orde, Carla Balenda as Princess Maria and Whitfield Connor as King Stephan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Prince of Pirates page.
If you liked it. Fans of Prince of Pirates tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Prince of Pirates (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prince of Pirates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Prince of Pirates?
- Prince of Pirates stars John Derek, Barbara Rush, Carla Balenda, Whitfield Connor and Edgar Barrier.
- When was Prince of Pirates released?
- Prince of Pirates was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.