Captain Kidd
"Swashbuckling Adventure of the PRINCE of PIRATES!"
Originally released in 1945. Captain Kidd is a action/adventure film. directed by Rowland V. Lee. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Laughton, Randolph Scott, and Barbara Britton
Synopsis
Cutthroat pirate William Kidd captures Admiral Blayne's treasure ship and hides the bounty in a cave. Three years later, Kidd, posing as a respectable merchant captain, offers his services to the King of England. Seeking a social position, Kidd also negotiates for Blayne's title and lands, provided he can prove Blayne was associated with piracy. Launched upon his royal mission, Kidd is unaware that Blayne's son Adam is among the crew, determined to clear his father's name.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 22, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (34 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Laughton
as Captain Kidd
Randolph Scott
as Adam Mercy / Adam Blayne
Barbara Britton
as Lady Anne Dunstan
Reginald Owen
as Cary Shadwell
John Carradine
as Orange Povey
Gilbert Roland
as Jose Lorenzo
John Qualen
as Bart Blivens
Sheldon Leonard
as Cyprian Boyle
William Farnum
as Capt. Rawson
Henry Daniell
as King William III
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Captain Kidd Productions Inc.
- Benedict Bogeaus Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Kidd about?
Cutthroat pirate William Kidd captures Admiral Blayne's treasure ship and hides the bounty in a cave. Three years later, Kidd, posing as a respectable merchant captain, offers his services to the K...
Who directed Captain Kidd?
Captain Kidd was directed by Rowland V. Lee.
How long is Captain Kidd?
Captain Kidd has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Captain Kidd released?
Captain Kidd was released on November 22, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Captain Kidd?
The main cast of Captain Kidd includes Charles Laughton, Randolph Scott, Barbara Britton, Reginald Owen, John Carradine.