The Pirates of Somalia movie poster

The Pirates of Somalia

December 8, 2017 1h 57m 6.9/10 (245 votes)

Originally released in 2017. The Pirates of Somalia is a drama film. directed by Bryan Buckley.

Starring Evan Peters, Barkhad Abdi, and Melanie Griffith

Synopsis

After an inspiring chance encounter with his idol, rookie journalist Jay Bahadur uproots his life and moves to Somalia looking for the story of a lifetime. Hooking up with a local fixer, he attempts to get embedded with the local Somali pirates, only to quickly find himself in over his head.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 8, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 57m 117 minutes total
User Rating 6.9/10 Good (245 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Kalahari Pictures
  • Hungry Man
  • BCDF Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Pirates of Somalia about?

After an inspiring chance encounter with his idol, rookie journalist Jay Bahadur uproots his life and moves to Somalia looking for the story of a lifetime. Hooking up with a local fixer, he attempt...

Who directed The Pirates of Somalia?

The Pirates of Somalia was directed by Bryan Buckley.

How long is The Pirates of Somalia?

The Pirates of Somalia has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).

When was The Pirates of Somalia released?

The Pirates of Somalia was released on December 8, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Pirates of Somalia?

The main cast of The Pirates of Somalia includes Evan Peters, Barkhad Abdi, Melanie Griffith, Al Pacino, Philip Ettinger.

Is The Pirates of Somalia worth watching?

The Pirates of Somalia has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 245 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.