The Pirate Movie

The Pirate Movie

Year: 1982

Runtime: 105 min

Language: English

Director: Ken Annakin

AdventureComedyRomanceMusical

In this swashbuckling adventure, Mabel's quest for true love leads her on a thrilling journey through time. After falling for Frederic at a pirate festival, she finds herself swept away to a desert island, where she is transported back to the era of pirates and plunder. As she navigates the romantic possibilities, she must confront the challenges of being stranded in the past.

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Timeline – The Pirate Movie (1982)
Trace every key event in The Pirate Movie (1982) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

The Performance

The story begins with a vibrant performance by a charming pirate actor, who engages with a group of young women in the audience. Among them is Mable, a shy girl who captures the actor's attention.

Theater
2

The Boat Ride Invitation

The pirate actor invites Mable to join him for a boat ride, setting the stage for an adventure. However, Mable's friends leave her behind as she tries to catch up, leading to a mishap.

Dock
3

Mable's Fall

In her frantic effort to catch up, Mable falls into the water and loses consciousness. This event initiates a fantastical dream sequence that will transport her to a pirate world.

Water
4

The Dream Battle

Mable's dream unfolds a dramatic scene featuring a fierce battle between two pirate ships. This high-stakes environment introduces us to Fredric, who is celebrating his 21st birthday.

Fredric's birthday Open Sea
5

Fredric's Disillusionment

Fredric expresses his disillusionment with his fellow pirates, labeling them as 'pathetic' for their soft-heartedness towards captives. This moral awakening leads him to abandon his pirate life.

Pirate Ship
6

Fredric's Departure

Determined to combat the tyranny of piracy, Fredric is cast adrift in a dinghy as a consequence of his decision. This act sets him on a new path away from piracy and towards heroism.

Sea
7

Romantic Connection

When a group of women appears on the beach, Fredric is smitten with Mable and they quickly fall in love. Their romantic encounter is cut short when they are captured by pirates.

Beach
8

The Major-General Arrives

Mable cleverly warns the pirates about her father, the Major-General, who arrives to leverage his status as an orphan. His intervention persuades the pirates to release the young women.

Beach
9

Challenges of Marriage

Mable and Fredric wish to marry but face obstacles due to tradition and financial circumstances. Mable convinces her father to allow the marriage under the condition that Fredric finds pirate treasure.

Major-General's Estate
10

Treasure Hunt

In a daring act, Mable and Fredric board the pirate ship to retrieve a treasure map tattooed on the captain’s back. Their success in recovering the treasure gives Fredric strength to confront the pirates.

Pirate Ship
11

The Shocking Revelation

Fredric learns from the Pirate King that because he was born on February 29th, he is not actually 21 yet. This revelation complicates his quest and leads him to rejoin the pirates.

Pirate Ship
12

Mable's Desperation

Left distraught by Fredric's decision, Mable takes matters into her own hands and seeks help from the police. She vows to confront the pirates, asserting her leadership in Fredric's absence.

Police Station
13

Clashes Begin

As Mable leads the police towards the Major-General's estate, comical clashes erupt between the cowardly police and the pirates. The chaos creates greater tension and deepens the conflict.

Major-General's Estate
14

The Pirate King's Revenge

The Pirate King condemns the Major-General to death following the pirate assault. The pirates capture the daughters, escalating the dire situation and testing Mable’s resolve.

Major-General's Estate
15

The Dream Ends

Mable suddenly realizes that all of the events have been part of a dream as she longs for a happy conclusion. Awakening, she is saved by the pirate actor, leading to a joyful future filled with love.

Pier

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