The Long Ships
1964, English. Directed by Jack Cardiff.
The Viking adventurers who challenged the seas... and conquered the world!
Moorish ruler El Mansuh is determined to locate a massive bell made of gold known as the "Mother of Voices." Viking explorer Rolfe also becomes intent on finding the mythical treasure, and sails with his crew from Scandinavia to Africa to track it down. Reluctantly working together, El Mansuh and Rolfe, along with their men, embark on a quest for the prized object, but only one leader will be able to claim the bell as his own — if it even exists at all.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Long Ships isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Details
- Released
- 25 March 1964
- Country
- United Kingdom, Yugoslavia
- Written by
- Berkely Mather, Beverley Cross
- Budget
- $3M
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What The Long Ships is based on
The Long Ships is based on The Long Ships (1941) by Frans G. Bengtsson, published by Norstedts Förlag.
1941
The Long Ships
By Frans G. Bengtsson
Published by Norstedts Förlag
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The Long Ships: quick answers
Is The Long Ships worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 67 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Long Ships?
The Long Ships runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Long Ships have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Long Ships. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Long Ships parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Long Ships is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Long Ships on?
The Long Ships isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Long Ships?
If you liked The Long Ships, try The Vikings, Erik the Viking, Alfred the Great.
Who directed The Long Ships?
The Long Ships (1964) was directed by Jack Cardiff and stars Richard Widmark, Sidney Poitier, Russ Tamblyn.
What is The Long Ships based on?
The Long Ships is based on The Long Ships (1941) by Frans G. Bengtsson, published by Norstedts Förlag.