7 popular pirate themed tv shows available to stream

If you’re like me, you grew up on the Pirates of the Caribbean movie craze and you probably haven’t left your teenage years without having seen at least one of the five movies. The popularity of the genre has permeated many streaming services with different takes on pirate life, historical drama, fantasy, and more. This list has the perfect pirate-themed TV shows for those looking for action, romance, and adventure.

1 one piece

A wild anime about a brave band of pirates sailing the ocean in search of treasure.

The anime series One Piece has over 22 seasons available on Netflix that you can binge watch. Based on the manga series, it tells the story of Monkey D. Luffy and his crew of pirates as they embark on a difficult and dangerous journey to find the legendary treasure, One Piece. The emotional appeal of this anime is what keeps audiences hooked. The underlying message is what keeps me coming back for more: no matter what, always pursue your dreams, even if that dream is a life of a pirate.

2 Our flag means death

A comedic and playful depiction of the adventures of an eccentric captain and his crew.

Loosely based on the lives of real-life pirates Stede Bonnet and Blackbeard, the series follows a wealthy man who leaves a life of self-satisfaction and prestige for the precariousness of a pirate life. The perfect way to describe the show would be as if The Office’s Michael Scott was born in the early 18th century and decided to give the pirate life a try, with a charming leader with an awkward sense of humor taking on the seas of adventure.

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3 Black Sails

An uncompromisingly realistic television series that depicts the lives of pirates during the Golden Age of Piracy.

In this prequel to the classic novel, Treasure Island, Captain Flint and his pirate crew battle the forces of England and Spain on a mission to locate the ultimate treasure and ensure the survival of his crew. While the series does have its share of profanity and nudity, the true meaning of what pirates hold dear is understated through the constant fight to keep their pirate paradise intact. If that’s not enough reason to watch the show, one look at Captain James Flint’s striking face… and we’re sure you’ll change your mind. The four-season series originally aired on Starz and is now available to binge watch on Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video.

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Four once upon a time

A magical series that brings fairy tale characters into the modern world.

The series begins with a young woman who finds herself in a town where fairy tales are believed to be true. Not only do we witness the story of Captain Hook and Peter Pan unfold, but we also get a glimpse into the daily lives of various fictional fairy tale characters. Luckily for us fans, Captain Hook is a handsome, good man who loves only one thing more than piracy: his wife. Binge-watching a fairy tale with a fresh perspective is the perfect plan for a rainy, gloomy weekend. Who doesn’t love a good fairy tale? All seasons are currently streaming on Disney+, Hulu, and Apple TV.

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Five Lost Pirate Kingdom

A 2021 Netflix documentary series portraying the epic rise and fall of 18th century pirates.

Despite being a documentary series, Netflix goes above and beyond in terms of truly telling the story and not just providing historical facts. It follows the notorious pirate Blackbeard and his fearsome crew as they swarm the oceans to plunder and rob Spanish, French, and British armies. While we’ve seen a fantastical interpretation of Blackbeard in Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lost Pirate Kingdom is more grounded in reality and offers a more realistic portrayal of the hardships he faced as a notorious pirate.

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6 Adak Island Pirate Gold

Calling all pirate lovers! Somewhere, mysterious and glittering treasure still exists, yet to be discovered.

Have you heard of the legendary treasure of a Russian pirate named Grigory Dwargustov? He is said to have buried over $300 million in gold coins in 150 tins around the island of Adak. The series follows the mayor of Adak, who is struggling with the town’s economic collapse. In a last-ditch effort to revive the town, he gathers a group of experienced treasure hunters to search for gold coins on the island. Many are skeptical of the treasure, but as the legend goes, two tins full of gold coins were found during World War II.

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7 Crossbones

Fascinating pirates and the legendary Blackbeard fighting for freedom!

Who doesn’t want to hear John Malkovich speak his lines? Here he delivers an unmissable performance as the notorious and feared pirate Blackbeard. One could say that his character is a bit over the top, but it adds to the story and gets more fascinating with each episode. If you’re looking for a thrilling adventure, betrayal, and the price of freedom, Crossbones is the perfect choice. It also lasted for only one season, making it a binge watch.

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