The Long Ships

The Long Ships

Year: 1964

Runtime: 126 mins

Language: English

Director: Jack Cardiff

DramaAdventureEpic heroesEpic history and literatureFantasy adventure heroism and swordplay

Moorish ruler El Mansuh seeks a legendary golden bell, the “Mother of Voices.” Viking explorer Rolfe also hunts the mythic treasure, sailing his crew from Scandinavia to Africa. Though forced to cooperate, the two leaders and their men pursue the elusive prize, knowing only one can claim it—if it exists at all.

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