The Crimson Pirate
1952, English. Directed by Robert Siodmak.
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Burt Lancaster plays a pirate with a taste for intrigue and acrobatics who involves himself in the goings on of a revolution in the Caribbean in the late 1700s. A light hearted adventure involving prison breaks, an oddball scientist, sailing ships, naval fights and tons of swordplay.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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7.0/10 from 168 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Crimson Pirate
The Crimson Pirate is streaming on TCM in India.
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Cast & crew
- Robert SiodmakDirector
- Burt LancasterCapt. Vallo (The Crimson Pirate)
- Nick CravatOjo
- Eva BartokConsuelo
- Torin ThatcherHumble Bellows
- James HayterProf. Elihu Prudence
- Leslie BradleyBaron Jose Gruda
- Margot GrahameBianca
- Noel PurcellPablo Murphy
- Frederick LeisterSebastian
- Eliot MakehamGovernor
- Frank PettingellColonel
- Dana WynterLa Signorita
Details
- Released
- 27 September 1952
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Roland Kibbee
- Budget
- $1.9M
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The Crimson Pirate: quick answers
Is The Crimson Pirate worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 168 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Crimson Pirate?
The Crimson Pirate runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does The Crimson Pirate have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Crimson Pirate. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Crimson Pirate parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Crimson Pirate is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Crimson Pirate on?
The Crimson Pirate is streaming on TCM in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Crimson Pirate?
If you liked The Crimson Pirate, try Blackbeard, the Pirate, Treasure Island, The Princess and the Pirate.
Who directed The Crimson Pirate?
The Crimson Pirate (1952) was directed by Robert Siodmak and stars Burt Lancaster, Nick Cravat, Eva Bartok.