The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie

The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie

Year: 2008

Runtime: 85 min

Language: English

AdventureComedyAnimationFamily

In this swashbuckling adventure, three landlubbers - Elliot, Sedgewick, and George - dream of ditching their dishrags for pirate fame at The Pirate Times Dinner Theater. But when a mysterious artifact lands in their laps, they're catapulted back to the 17th century to rescue a royal family from an evil tyrant, discovering unlikely heroism within themselves.

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1

Pirate Attack

In a distant past, the notorious pirate Robert the Terrible launches a surprise attack on a vessel belonging to the Kingdom of Monterria. This bold move results in the capture of Prince Alexander, setting off a chain of events that would require heroic intervention.

High seas near Monterria
2

The Helpseeker

Princess Eloise, alongside her faithful servant Willory, cleverly utilizes a device called the Helpseeker. This invention, created by the king, is designed to find heroes capable of rescuing Prince Alexander from his ruthless captor, Robert the Terrible.

Kingdom of Monterria
3

Meet the Diners

In modern times, three unlikely companions—George, Sedgewick, and Elliot—find themselves working at a dinner theater. All three dream of heroism but feel it is an unattainable goal as they navigate their mundane roles as cabin boys.

Dinner Theater
4

The Failed Performance

During one performance, the trio accidentally ruins the show, leading to their potential dismissal from the theater. Disheartened and discarded, they find themselves in an alley, contemplating their lack of heroic stature.

Alley behind the theater
5

The Magical Journey

Just when their hopes seem lost, the Helpseeker identifies them as potential heroes and, with a nudge from Elliot, magically transports them to the land of Monterria. This unexpected journey offers a chance for adventure and purpose.

Land of Monterria
6

Alliance with Eloise and Willory

Upon their arrival in Monterria, the trio meets Princess Eloise and Willory. Together, they embark on a quest to Jolly Joe's Tavern to gather information on the villainous Pirate Robert, who has kidnapped Alexander.

Jolly Joe's Tavern
7

Discovery of Robert's Vengeance

At Jolly Joe's Tavern, they uncover the sinister truth about Pirate Robert—the banished brother of the king—who has kidnapped Alexander out of vengeance against the monarchy. The urgency of their mission becomes clear.

Jolly Joe's Tavern
8

The Search for Robert’s Hideout

As they set sail to locate Robert's hideout, chaos erupts when the pirate's henchmen capture both Eloise and Willory. George and Elliot understand they must continue the mission to save their friends and the prince.

Open sea
9

Confrontation with Caves

While George and Elliot press on with their quest, Sedgewick chooses to hide from the chaos, believing he has found safety in a cave filled with what he initially thinks are cheese curls. This humorous moment quickly turns into a challenge as he faces worm-like creatures that force him to reflect on his cowardice.

Cave
10

Assistance from Rock Giants

During their adventure, George and Elliot encounter a family of rock giants, who provide crucial assistance to navigate to Robert's fortress. Their help intensifies the stakes, as time is running out to save Alexander and the princess.

Near Robert's Fortress
11

Mechanical Serpent Guardian

Upon arriving at a hidden bay near Robert's fortress, the trio confronts a formidable mechanical serpent. Using his quick thinking, Elliot manages to deactivate this guardian, allowing them entry into the fortress.

Hidden bay outside Robert's fortress
12

Rescue Mission

Once inside Robert's fortress, the unlikely heroes successfully rescue Prince Alexander and Princess Eloise. Faced with the pirate, they reveal their true identities as mere 'cabin boys,' a moment that brings a mix of humility and determination.

Robert's Fortress
13

Defeating Robert

In a moment of bravery, George finds his courage and devises a plan to use a chandelier against Pirate Robert. This climactic confrontation ends in chaos as they desperately escape through the fortress's cistern.

Cistern of Robert's Fortress
14

The King's Arrival

As Robert's ship threatens their small escape boat, the situation seems dire until the king arrives, sinking Robert's vessel with swift action. This heroic intervention saves the day for the trio and their companions.

Open sea near Monterria
15

Return and Recognition

Upon returning to the theater, the trio is honored with medals by the king, celebrated as true heroes of Monterria. Unbeknownst to them, Robert has followed them back to create chaos at the dinner theater, resulting in another entertaining showdown.

Dinner Theater

Last Updated: November 16, 2024 at 14:08

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