Plot — What is The Buccaneer about?
During the War of 1812 against Britain: General Andrew Jackson has only 1,200 men left to defend New Orleans when he learns that a British fleet will arrive with 60 ships and 16,000 men to take the city. In this situation an island near the city becomes strategically important to both parties, but it's inhabited by the last big buccaneer: Jean Lafitte. Although Lafitte never attacks American ships, the governor hates him for selling merchandise without taxes - and is loved by the citizens for the same reason. When the big fight gets nearer, Lafitte is drawn between the fronts. His heart belongs to America, but his people urge him to join the party that's more likely to win.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1958 |
| Genre | Adventure, Drama, War, History |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 119 min |
| Audience Score | 65% (6.5/10, 52 votes) |
The Buccaneer — FAQ
Is The Buccaneer worth watching? The Buccaneer holds a 6.5/10 rating from 52 viewers. During the War of 1812 against Britain: General Andrew Jackson has only 1,200 men left to defend New Orleans when he learns that a British fleet will arrive with 60 ships and 16,000 men to take the city. In this situatio
Who directed The Buccaneer? Directed by Anthony Quinn.
Who is in the cast of The Buccaneer? It stars Yul Brynner, Claire Bloom, Charles Boyer, Inger Stevens, Charlton Heston, Henry Hull and more.
Where can I stream The Buccaneer? Streaming availability for The Buccaneer is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Buccaneer release? It released in 1958.
