What genre is Tales of the Black Freighter?

Tales of the Black Freighter is categorised as Action, Adventure, Animation, Horror.

Who stars in Tales of the Black Freighter?

Jared Harris, Gerard Butler, Cam Clarke, Siobhan Flynn, Salli Saffioti appear in the main cast.

Who directed Tales of the Black Freighter?

Daniel DelPurgatorio directed Tales of the Black Freighter.

How long is Tales of the Black Freighter?

Tales of the Black Freighter runs for 26m (26 minutes).

Is Tales of the Black Freighter worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 6.6/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Tales of the Black Freighter?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Tales of the Black Freighter (2009)

Name: Tales of the Black Freighter
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation, Horror
Released: 2009
Duration: 26 min
Cast: Jared Harris, Gerard Butler, Cam Clarke, Siobhan Flynn, Salli Saffioti

Movie 26m ★ 6.6/10

Good for tonight if you want to: scare me, pure adrenaline, family night

Action Adventure Animation Horror

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Tales of the Black Freighter is an action, adventure and animation movie from 2009. It is directed by Daniel DelPurgatorio. The cast includes Jared Harris, Gerard Butler and Cam Clarke. The running time is 26m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.6 out of 10.

68Tonight Score Short enough for a weeknight.

Synopsis

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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Questions about Tales of the Black Freighter

What genre is Tales of the Black Freighter?: Tales of the Black Freighter is categorised as Action, Adventure, Animation, Horror.
Who stars in Tales of the Black Freighter?: Jared Harris, Gerard Butler, Cam Clarke, Siobhan Flynn, Salli Saffioti appear in the main cast.
Who directed Tales of the Black Freighter?: Daniel DelPurgatorio directed Tales of the Black Freighter.
How long is Tales of the Black Freighter?: Tales of the Black Freighter runs for 26m (26 minutes).
Is Tales of the Black Freighter worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 6.6/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Tales of the Black Freighter?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

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