Terry and the Pirates
"Based upon the famous Milton Caniff cartoon strip."
Originally released in 1940. Terry and the Pirates is a action/adventure film. directed by James W. Horne. With a runtime of 5h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring William Tracy, Jeff York, and Joyce Bryant
Synopsis
Dr. Herbert Lee, an archaeologist seeking to decipher ancient Mara inscriptions, is aided by his son Terry, Terry's pal Pat Ryan, and Normandie Drake. Jungle pirate and warlord Fang (Dick Curtis) plots to kill The Dragon Lady, Queen of the Temple of Mara, and seize the treasures of her ancestors. Both Fang and The Dragon Lady have sworn death for any foreign intruders.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 12, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
5h 0m
300 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terry and the Pirates about?
Dr. Herbert Lee, an archaeologist seeking to decipher ancient Mara inscriptions, is aided by his son Terry, Terry's pal Pat Ryan, and Normandie Drake. Jungle pirate and warlord Fang (Dick Curtis) p...
Who directed Terry and the Pirates?
Terry and the Pirates was directed by James W. Horne.
How long is Terry and the Pirates?
Terry and the Pirates has a runtime of 5 hours and 0 minutes (300 minutes total).
When was Terry and the Pirates released?
Terry and the Pirates was released on April 12, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Terry and the Pirates?
The main cast of Terry and the Pirates includes William Tracy, Jeff York, Joyce Bryant, Joyce Bryant, Victor DeCamp.