Son of Sinbad

Son of Sinbad

Year: 1955

Runtime: 91 mins

Language: English

Director: Ted Tetzlaff

FantasyAdventure

Hold onto your turbans as the legendary pirate Sinbad returns, driven by an obsessive quest for beautiful women and the mysterious Greek Fire—a primitive form of gunpowder. His daring exploits and relentless ambition set the stage for a high‑seas adventure that blends romance, danger, and ancient myth.

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1

Sinbad is seized after singing at the palace

Omar Khayyám searches for Sinbad outside the Khalif's palace. Sinbad slips into the palace to woo Nerissa by reciting poetry. A slave exposes him, and both Omar and Sinbad are led before the Khalif.

Day 1 Outside the Khalif's palace, Baghdad
2

The trial and a warning from Murad

In the palace courtroom, Simon Aristides and Kristina face false theft charges along with Sinbad and Omar. The Khalif orders their execution, but Jiddah urges postponement to meet Murad, the ambassador of Tamerlane. Murad's arrival signals a looming crisis and demands hospitality.

During the trial Palace courtroom, Baghdad
3

Murad's hospitality and the demonstration setup

Murad demands hospitality for his forces while his troops prepare for an attack. The Khalif agrees to receive him, keeping a wary eye on Jiddah. The terms set the stage for a dangerous demonstration to follow.

eve of the demonstration Palace audience chamber
4

The Greek fire demonstration and Kristina hypnotized

Simon reveals the secret of Greek fire and prepares to demonstrate the weapon. Kristina is hypnotized to recite the formula, unwittingly transmitting critical details. Jiddah and Murad watch but cannot identify the exact chemicals.

During demonstration Khalif's demonstration chamber
5

Pardon promised; Sinbad and Omar await release

Impressed by the demonstration, the Khalif agrees to release Sinbad and Omar the next morning. Kristina warns Ameer of the impending freedom, and Ameer relays the message despite her jealousy. The hope of escape hangs in the air.

Next morning Palace, next morning
6

Kristina abducted and Simon murdered; Murad's theft of bottles

Kristina is abducted and Simon is murdered, tipping Murad's hand. Murad seizes Kristina and the remaining chemical bottles for his own purposes. Ameer sends a warning by carrier pigeon to Sinbad.

After the failed escape Baghdad; then Murad's caravan
7

Jiddah tortures Ameer and uncovers Sinbad lineage

Jiddah torments Ameer and learns of the tattoo linking her to the Forty Thieves. Ameer confirms that Sinbad’s lineage persists through their descendants. Jiddah suspects the warning was intended for the thieves.

During interrogation Khalif's fortress
8

Escape from the cell and a dangerous bargain

Sinbad and Omar break out of their cell and confront the Khalif. Sinbad offers to rescue Kristina in exchange for gold, a pardon, and a position as second in command. The Khalif agrees, though he is unaware that Jiddah has already alerted Murad.

Following the escape Khalif's dungeons, Baghdad
9

Desert chase begins; Forty Thieves prepare ambush

Ameer finds Sinbad and Omar in the desert and reveals that Murad travels with disguised Tartars as merchants. The Forty Thieves plan an ambush at the caravan's first camp. The stakes rise as the pursuit moves toward the desert.

Mid-journey Desert near caravan route
10

Sinbad infiltrates the caravan and rescues Kristina

Sinbad hides underground near the camp to slip into Kristina's tent. Murad unwittingly removes Sinbad’s breathing reed, forcing him to surface. He then manages to rescue Kristina from the tent.

Night of ambush Desert camp
11

Forty Thieves revealed as all women and Kristina's confession

The Forty Thieves reveal themselves as all women and stage a counter-attack to reclaim Simon's bottles. At their hideout, Sinbad is welcomed by the Thieves who offer protection. Kristina confesses her love for Omar, while Ameer rejects Sinbad’s wandering affections.

After ambush Forty Thieves' hideout
12

Battle with Murad; Greek fire remembered

Murad's forces besiege the cave where Sinbad and friends are sheltering. Sinbad hypnotizes Kristina again to recall the Greek fire formula. With the Thieves' help, he unleashes the explosive and defeats Murad's army, slaying Murad himself.

Final battle Desert cave and battlefield
13

Peace with the Khalif and triumph signals

Sinbad returns to Baghdad with Kristina and the victorious raiders. The Khalif embraces him and orders Jiddah's punishment for treachery. Omar is named royal poet and the Thieves are pardoned.

After the battle Baghdad palace
14

A new role for Sinbad and a wedding proposal

Sinbad is named second in command and persuades the Forty Thieves to accompany him to Baghdad to secure peace. He proposes to Ameer, who agrees to become his bride. The city celebrates the restored order as Omar and the band of thieves are integrated into court life.

Final coronation and wedding plan Baghdad palace

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