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Pirates (2022): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Pirates is a 2022 comedy directed by Reggie Yates, starring Elliot Edusah as Cappo, Jordan Peters and Tosin Cole. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes and earned $133,508 worldwide on a $40 million budget. Critics gave it 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10.

IMDb rating
6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes
100%
worldwide gross
$133.5K
Echo Score
81
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Pirates (2022) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Director
Reggie Yates
Genre
Comedy
Original language
English
Budget
$40M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Pirates About?

The premise of Pirates without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

As the clock ticks toward midnight on December 1999, three friends—Cappo, Two Tonne, and Kid—set off on a chaotic road trip across London in search of the ultimate millennium celebration. Their journey is filled with banter about fashion, music, and what it means to come of age. They navigate the city streets, determined to find the perfect party to welcome the new year and mark their transition into adulthood.

Pirates Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • pirate
  • pirate ship
  • swashbuckler
  • sword
  • farce
  • man with a beard
  • rain
  • kiss
  • sailor
  • french sailor
  • capture
  • kidnapping a woman
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  • uncle niece relationship
  • maracaibo venezuela
  • year 1659
  • cabin boy
  • teenage boy
  • nickname
  • ship's brig
  • ship's cook
  • accusation of poisoning
  • falling in love
  • ship's first mate
  • death
  • ship's crew
  • death of a ship captain
  • sentenced to death
  • murder
  • island
  • pirate cove
  • hostage
  • incarceration
  • torture
  • throne
  • golden throne
  • podagra
  • posing as a secret messenger
  • spain
  • duel
  • sea battle
  • ship on fire
  • bookend scenes
  • man with a peg leg
  • reference to the aztecs
  • adrift
  • forced to eat a rat
  • swordplay
  • love triangle
  • reference to an execution
  • merchant
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Cast & crew

Pirates Cast & Characters

Elliot Edusah leads the cast as Cappo, with Jordan Peters as Two Tonne and Tosin Cole as Clips. Directed by Reggie Yates; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Pirates

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Ratings

Pirates Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Pirates 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 81/100, strongest in art & craft (88) and weakest in story & flow (68).

81 /100

Pirates Echo Score Breakdown

In summary, Pirates delivers an energetic, youthful comedy that largely succeeds through its vibrant direction and charismatic cast. Critics highlight the film’s fresh tone, lively dialogue, and appealing visual flair, while a few note uneven narrative focus and occasional plot drift. User feedback reinforces the humor and enjoyment factor. The combination of strengths outweighs the noted shortcomings, resulting in a consistently entertaining experience.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 88

    Regarding art and craft, the film exhibits confident direction and a polished visual style. Reviewers commend the director’s flair, the vibrant production design featuring eclectic settings, and the overall cohesiveness of the cinematography. While no major technical flaws are cited, the craftsmanship consistently supports the lively tone, delivering a professionally realized comedy.

  • Character & Emotion 75

    Character and emotion are driven by a likable trio whose performances convey youthful enthusiasm. Critics note the infectious charm and chemistry among the leads, and users appreciate the fun personalities. However, some commentary points to under‑developed individual arcs, suggesting the film prioritizes ensemble humor over deeper character exploration.

  • Story & Flow 68

    In terms of story and flow, Pirates presents a breezy plot centered on teenage friendship and nostalgia. The narrative’s humor and relatable themes receive praise, yet reviewers observe a lack of clear narrative purpose and moments of directionless pacing. The originality of the premise is mitigated by occasional structural looseness.

  • Sensory Experience 82

    The sensory experience benefits from a lively soundtrack and distinctive visual flair, including contemporary streetwear aesthetics and energetic set pieces. Reviewers highlight the enjoyable music and the film’s colorful production design, while no significant criticisms of sound design or visual cohesion are mentioned, indicating a consistently engaging sensory layer.

  • Rewatch Factor 78

    Rewatch factor is bolstered by the film’s humor, nostalgic setting, and the chemistry of its leads, encouraging repeat viewings for lighthearted enjoyment. While the plot’s occasional aimlessness may limit depth on subsequent watches, the overall upbeat tone and relatable moments sustain its appeal for multiple screenings.

Plot

Pirates Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Pirates from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In 1659, amidst the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean, the notorious aging English pirate Captain Thomas Bartholomew Red, played by Walter Matthau, finds himself adrift with his teenage cabin boy, Jean-Baptiste, affectionately known as Frog, portrayed by Cris Campion. Their ordeal begins when they are rescued from a dire situation on a raft by a Spanish galleon named Neptune. However, their relief is short-lived as they are promptly imprisoned in the brig, where they meet the ship’s cook, Boomako, represented by Olu Jacobs, who has been wrongfully accused of poisoning Neptune’s captain, Linares, in hopes of stealing a priceless treasure—the golden throne of the Aztec King Catapec Anahuac.

Full summary

The whole story of Pirates, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Pirates Box Office & Budget

Pirates grossed $133,508 worldwide on a $40 million budget.

2022 box office

Worldwide gross

$133.5K

International
$133.5K
Budget
$40M
Videos

Pirates Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 3 trailers and 1 teaser.

Official UK Trailer
  • Trailer PIRATES - Official UK Trailer #2 - In Cinemas Now
  • Trailer Pirates | OFFICIAL TRAILER HD
  • Teaser
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Pirates?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Pirates Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “파이러츠” and “海盗们”.

Also known as
  • 파이러츠
  • 海盗们
  • שודדי הלילה

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FAQ

Pirates FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Pirates, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Pirates?

Pirates runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When was Pirates released?

Pirates was released on April 1, 2022.

Who directed Pirates?

Pirates was directed by Reggie Yates.

More films by Reggie Yates

Who is in the cast of Pirates?

Pirates stars Elliot Edusah as Cappo, Jordan Peters as Two Tonne and Tosin Cole as Clips, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Pirates make at the box office?

Pirates grossed $133,508 worldwide on a budget of $40 million.

How is Pirates rated?

Pirates has 6.0/10 on IMDb, 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, 73 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.

Does Pirates have a post-credit scene?

No. Pirates has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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