Here’s another pirate-related post for our “Pieces of Eight” event! One of the best things about pirates is watching them in action, bringing history (or fantasy) ‘to life.’ Some minions are already making plans to spend the evening of Talk Like a Pirate Day (September 19th) watching what they believe is the greatest pirate movie of all time: Muppet Treasure Island.
Of course, not everyone agrees that this is the best pirate movie. It is amazing how many people (or websites) have put together lists!
We’ll start with our own list of family-friendly movies either featuring or including pirates, ones we have seen and enjoyed. As always, everyone should decide what is appropriate for their own families. (Links are to IMDb.com, formerly Internet Movie Database.)
Muppet Treasure Island (G, 1996)
Peter Pan (G, 1953, animated)
Swiss Family Robinson (G, 1960)
Treasure Planet (PG, 2002, animated)
The Goonies (PG, 1985)
Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas (PG, 2003, animated)
Hook (PG, 1991)
The Princess Bride (PG, 1987)
Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (PG-13, 2003)
Here are some other sites that have compiled lists of pirate movies for kids and families. There is overlap with our list, and with each other, but each has something to offer.
25 Kid-Friendly Movies About Pirates For Your Little Buccaneer, Romper
10 Best Pirate Movies For Kids (And Where To Watch Them), JustWatch
20 Great Pirate Movies that will Make Learning an Adventure, Homeschool Giveaways
Sail the High Seas: 15 Must-Watch Pirate Cartoons for Kids, Cartoon Vibe
We hope you enjoy these fun ideas! Look for another list of movies for an older audience later in the week.
