Tales of the Black Freighter

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Mar 24, 2009 US 26 min R
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Animation Action Adventure Horror
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What to expect (spoiler-free)

If you’re considering “ (2009), this quick guide summarizes the essentials.

It sits in the Animation, Action, Adventure, Horror space and is paced for about 26 minutes.

Top billed names include Gerard Butler, Jared Harris, Cam Clarke, Siobhan Flynn.

For families, checking the local age rating is recommended before watching.

Topics & keywords

pirate, journey home, short film, irony

Official trailer

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Plot

A mariner survives an attack from the dreaded pirates of the Black Freighter, but his struggle to return home to warn it has a horrific cost.

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Main cast

Gerard Butler
Gerard Butler
as The Mariner (voice)
Jared Harris
Jared Harris
as Ridley (voice)
Cam Clarke
Cam Clarke
as Money Lender (voice)
Siobhan Flynn
Siobhan Flynn
as Sea Captain's Daughter (voice)
Salli Saffioti
Salli Saffioti
as Sea Captain's Daughter (voice)
Lori Tritel
Lori Tritel
as Sea Captain's Wife (voice)