Captain Kidd (1945)
Captain Kidd is a 1945 action movie directed by Rowland V. Lee, with a running time of 1h 29m. It stars Charles Laughton, Randolph Scott and Barbara Britton.
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.
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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 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.
When was Captain Kidd released?
Captain Kidd was released on 22 November 1945.
How long is Captain Kidd?
Captain Kidd runs 1h 29m.
Who made Captain Kidd?
Captain Kidd was directed by Rowland V. Lee.
Where can I watch Captain Kidd?
Captain Kidd is available on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Brew, Fandor Amazon Channel, FilmBox+ and FlixFling.
Where to watch Captain Kidd
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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
- Abner Biberman as Theodore Blades (uncredited)
- Clifford Brooke as (uncredited)