Young boy Jimmy Warren (a solid performance by Charles Herbert) secretly wishes to be a pirate. Genie Abu (a delightfully lively portrayal by Joe Turkel) makes Jimmy's wish a reality by placing him on a ship run by the legendary pirate Blackbeard (well played with relish by Murvyn Vye). However, Jimmy soon learns that being a pirate isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Director Bert I. Gordon relates the enjoyable story at a brisk face, maintains an engaging tone throughout, and stages the action scenes with flair. Moreover, it's acted with zest by a capable cast: Susan Gordon is simply adorable as forlorn Dutch girl Katrina, Paul Guilfoyle does well as honorable ship's mate Snipe, Timothy Carey has a ball as the scurvy Morgan, and Archie Duncan likewise impresses as scruffy cook Scoggins. The eventful script by Lillie Hayward and Jerry Sackheim offers a spot-on central message about being careful about what you wish for. The special effects are pretty neat. Ernest Heller's vibrant color cinematography provides an attractive bright look. Albert Glasser's robust score hits the rousing spot. A fun little film.
Director Bert I. Gordon relates the enjoyable story at a brisk face, maintains an engaging tone throughout, and stages the action scenes with flair. Moreover, it's acted with zest by a capable cast: Susan Gordon is simply adorable as forlorn Dutch girl Katrina, Paul Guilfoyle does well as honorable ship's mate Snipe, Timothy Carey has a ball as the scurvy Morgan, and Archie Duncan likewise impresses as scruffy cook Scoggins. The eventful script by Lillie Hayward and Jerry Sackheim offers a spot-on central message about being careful about what you wish for. The special effects are pretty neat. Ernest Heller's vibrant color cinematography provides an attractive bright look. Albert Glasser's robust score hits the rousing spot. A fun little film.