The Ice Pirates

The Ice Pirates

Year: 1984

Runtime: 91 min

Language: English

Director: Stewart Raffill

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Jason, a daring space pirate, and his first mate set out on a thrilling adventure across a distant galaxy. Their mission is to help Princess Karina locate her father, a celebrated explorer. He possesses vital knowledge about the universe's most valuable resource: water. The quest is filled with swashbuckling action and perilous encounters as they navigate the stars.

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1

The Ice Heist Begins

In a far-flung galaxy, a crew of daring space pirates embarks on a mission to seize ice from an Imperial cruiser. Water has become an extremely precious resource, making this heist crucial for their survival.

Imperial Cruiser
2

Discovery of Princess Karina

During the heist, pirate leader Jason unexpectedly discovers Princess Karina of Argon lying unconscious in a deep state of induced slumber. Her presence turns the mission into a high-stakes adventure beyond mere survival.

Imperial Cruiser
3

Kidnapping the Princess

After a fierce encounter with the Templars' royal guard, Jason decides to kidnap the princess. This critical decision sets off a chain of events that will alter both their fates.

4

Captured by Imperial Forces

As they attempt to escape, Jason commands his crew to use escape pods just before their pirate ship is captured by Imperial forces. This marks the beginning of their dark journey through captivity.

Pirate Ship
5

Imprisonment on Mithra

Jason and his crew, including robotics expert Roscoe, find themselves imprisoned on Mithra, the last source of water in the galaxy. They learn of their grim fate: to be redesigned and sold as slaves, a fate worse than death.

Mithra
6

Meeting Killjoy

In Mithra's prison, Jason and Roscoe meet Killjoy, a cunning thief who reveals that members of the clergy are spared due to the Templars' fear of God. His knowledge becomes pivotal for their survival.

Mithra Prison
7

Revelation About Karina

Upon reaching Mithra, Jason uncovers that Princess Karina is the daughter of Count Vasco, an explorer lost while seeking the mythical Seventh World. This revelation links their fates more tightly together.

Mithra
8

Princess Karina's Intervention

As Jason and Roscoe are prepped for execution, Princess Karina intervenes at the last moment. She prevents their castration and outfits them as exotic entertainers for an upcoming party.

Mithra
9

Escape to Zagora

Karina enlists Jason's help to escape to the pirate moon Zagora, where she has urgent matters to attend to. They narrowly evade capture as they flee the festivities on a motorcycle, pursued by the Templars.

Zagora
10

Meeting Lanky Nibs

On Zagora, Jason and Karina meet Lanky Nibs, a rebel who has aged significantly due to a time warp. He reveals crucial information about Count Vasco's fate and the dangers posed by the Templars.

Sweetwater
11

Frog Lady's Assistance

Jason and Karina seek the help of Frog Lady, who reluctantly agrees to drive them to Sweetwater to meet Lanky. Their mission becomes increasingly perilous as the threat of the Templars looms ever closer.

Zagora
12

Encounter with Wendon

The crew faces extraordinary challenges, including capture by woman warriors and a villain named Wendon, who has only his head intact. The pirates must navigate these obstacles in their quest for Count Vasco.

13

The Hologram Warning

They discover that the figure claiming to be Count Vasco is merely a robot. A hologram created by Vasco warns them of the dangers of straying from their course to the Seventh World, adding tension to their mission.

14

Jason's Relationship with Karina

As they navigate their treacherous journey, Jason and Karina's feelings deepen, leading to a moment of passion. However, their happiness is short-lived as they are soon threatened by a Templar battleship.

15

Birth of a New Hope

Princess Karina discovers she is pregnant and gives birth to a son named Jason during a tumultuous battle against Templar robots. Their son grows rapidly and ultimately becomes a key player in overcoming their enemies.

16

The Seventh World Revealed

After a tumultuous finale filled with battles and twists, the pirates discover that the elusive Seventh World is actually Earth, a planet abundant in water. Their victory comes with the realization that they must now find a way to survive in this new world.

Seventh World

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