Muppet Treasure Island

Muppet Treasure Island

Year: 1996

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

ActionAdventureComedyRomanceFamilyMusical

Kermit and his Muppet companions set sail for a swashbuckling adventure on the high seas. They join forces with Young Jim Hawkins as they pursue the legendary treasure of Pirate Pete. The journey is fraught with peril, as the cunning Long John Silver schemes and navigates the crew through treacherous waters, leading to a thrilling quest for fortune and a clash of wits and daring.

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1

Jim's Ordinary Life

Young Jim Hawkins lives a simple life at a quaint English inn with his steadfast friends Gonzo and Rizzo. This tranquil existence is soon disrupted by the arrival of pirate stories shared by a mysterious guest, Billy Bones.

English inn
2

Billy Bones' Tale

Billy Bones captivates Jim and his friends with tales of Captain Bernie Flint, a ruthless pirates who buried treasure on a secret island and eliminated his crew. His stories spark Jim's curiosity about adventure and treasure.

English inn
3

The Ominous Arrival

On a stormy night, Blind Pew delivers the black spot to Billy Bones, which foretells his death. As Billy's health declines, he implores Jim to take on a quest for the hidden treasure to protect it from danger.

Stormy night English inn
4

Pirates Storm the Inn

Chaos erupts as a band of pirates invades the inn, wreaking havoc and destruction. In the midst of the chaos, Jim, Gonzo, and Rizzo manage to escape with the dangerous treasure map.

English inn
5

Seeking Help from Squire Trelawney

The trio seeks guidance from Squire Trelawney, a nobleman who enthusiastically believes in their quest. They are soon enlisted as cabin boys on the ship *Hispaniola* to embark on their adventure.

Dock
6

Setting Sail

Aboard the *Hispaniola*, Jim meets a variety of characters, including the stern Captain Abraham Smollett and the crafty Long John Silver. The journey begins, but uncertainty looms as Jim senses underlying tensions among the crew.

*Hispaniola*
7

Lost Crew Members

As the voyage continues, Captain Smollett becomes suspicious of his crew when Gonzo and Rizzo mysteriously disappear. This incident heightens Smollett's mistrust, leading him to secure the treasure map.

*Hispaniola*
8

Silver's Deception

Long John Silver, appearing friendly, reveals his true intentions by manipulating events to acquire the treasure map. He tricks Mr. Arrow, leading him into a deadly situation while the map goes missing.

*Hispaniola*
9

Jim's Discovery

Jim, Gonzo, and Rizzo unearth Silver's sinister plan and promptly alert Captain Smollett. The crew is ordered to evacuate, but in a twist, Silver captures Jim as leverage against Smollett.

*Hispaniola*
10

Arrival at Treasure Island

Upon reaching Treasure Island, the crew encounters unforeseen challenges as they are captured by a native pig tribe. Amid this turmoil, Smollett rekindles a connection with his former love, Benjamina 'Mina' Gunn.

Treasure Island
11

The Empty Hideout

Searching for Flint's treasure leads to a shocking revelation: the treasure hideout is empty. A power struggle ensues as Jim attempts to thwart Silver's scheming with the help of his friends.

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12

The Rescue Mission

Jim devises a daring plan to rescue Smollett and Mina from Silver's clutches. With new determination, they prepare to retake the *Hispaniola* while uncovering various allies among the crew.

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13

Battle on the Beach

A fierce battle ensues on the beach as Jim leads a charge to liberate their captain. Unexpectedly, Sweetums roams in as an ally, which puts Silver at a severe disadvantage.

Beach
14

Silver's Surrender

Realizing he is outnumbered, Silver chooses to surrender rather than fight. As justice is served to the remaining pirates, Silver seizes the chance to escape under the cover of night.

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15

Mutual Respect

In a tense moment, Jim confronts Silver, both unwilling to harm one another. Silver respects Jim's integrity, leaving behind his compass as he vanishes into the night, foreshadowing future consequences.

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