Yellowbeard (1983): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Yellowbeard is a 1983 action comedy directed by Mel Damski, starring Cheech Marin, Martin Hewitt and Michael Hordern. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $4.3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 39 on Metacritic. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- Mel Damski
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English - Studio
- Actueel Film
- After the credits
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What Is Yellowbeard About?
The premise of Yellowbeard without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A notorious pirate, Yellowbeard, breaks free from prison determined to recover his lost treasure. His quest takes an unexpected turn when he learns the map to his riches is tattooed on the head of his estranged son, Dan. They embark on a perilous journey across the ocean, pursued by rival pirates and a colorful cast of adversaries, all vying for the valuable loot. A thrilling adventure unfolds as father and son face danger and deception in their pursuit of the buried treasure.
Where to Watch Yellowbeard
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and fuboTV, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Yellowbeard Cast
Cheech Marin leads the cast, with Martin Hewitt and Michael Hordern. Directed by Mel Damski; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Mel Damski
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Critics gave Yellowbeard 39 on Metacritic.
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TMDB 55% User score
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Yellowbeard Plot Summary
What happens in Yellowbeard from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1687, the infamous pirate Captain Yellowbeard (portrayed by Cheech Marin) wreaks havoc on the unsuspecting ship El Nebuloso, helmed by a Spanish inquisitor. With his clever second-in-command, Moon (actor not specified), having devised a daring scheme, Yellowbeard makes off with a treasure trove from the Spanish Main. However, Moon’s reckless actions lead to a grim fate as Yellowbeard punishes him by severing his hand for breaching the revered code of pirate honor.
Full summary
The whole story of Yellowbeard, scene by scene
Yellowbeard Box Office
Yellowbeard grossed $4.3 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$4.3M
- US & Canada
- $4.3M
Yellowbeard Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Yellowbeard.
How Well Do You Know Yellowbeard?
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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Yellowbeard Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Kapitän Dotterbart” and “Barbagialla, il terrore dei sette mari e mezzo”.
- Also known as
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- Kapitän Dotterbart
- Barbagialla, il terrore dei sette mari e mezzo
- Barbe d'or et les pirates
- Los desmadrados piratas de Barba Amarilla
- Monty Python auf hoher See
- Κιτρινογένης, ο τρόμος των επτάμισι θαλασσών
- Dotterbart
- Жёлтая борода
- Sárgaszakáll
- צהוב הזקן
- Kapten Gulskägg, havets fasa
- Sarı Sakal
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- Żółtobrody
- Kaptajn Guldskæg
- Το αδελφάτο των επτά θαλασσών
- O Pirata da Barba Amarela
- 黄胡子
- Žutobradi
- 붉은 해적단
- Жълтата брада
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Yellowbeard FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Yellowbeard, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Yellowbeard?
Yellowbeard runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Yellowbeard released?
Yellowbeard was released on June 24, 1983.
Who directed Yellowbeard?
Yellowbeard was directed by Mel Damski.
More films by Mel Damski Who is in the cast of Yellowbeard?
Yellowbeard stars Cheech Marin, Martin Hewitt and Michael Hordern, among 10 credited actors.
Where can I watch Yellowbeard?
In the US, Yellowbeard is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and MGM Plus and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Yellowbeard make at the box office?
Yellowbeard grossed $4.3 million worldwide.
How is Yellowbeard rated?
Yellowbeard has 39 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.
Does Yellowbeard have a post-credit scene?
No. Yellowbeard has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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