The Pirates! Band of Misfits

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Set sail for fun with this family-friendly Aardman Animations adventure following a bumbling, abundantly bearded scallywag who competes against his two biggest rivals for the title Pirate of the Year. Try as he might, the Pirate Captain Hugh Grant just can't be taken seriously as a plunderer. But that might change if he could only manage to win the Pirate of the Year competition. As the event gets under way, the Pirate Captain makes it his mission to leave dreaded foes Black Bellamy Jeremy Piven and Cutlass Liz ...
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Note: Pirates! Band of Misfits was nominated for Best Animated Feature Film
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Overview

Set sail for fun with this family-friendly Aardman Animations adventure following a bumbling, abundantly bearded scallywag who competes against his two biggest rivals for the title Pirate of the Year. Try as he might, the Pirate Captain Hugh Grant just can't be taken seriously as a plunderer. But that might change if he could only manage to win the Pirate of the Year competition. As the event gets under way, the Pirate Captain makes it his mission to leave dreaded foes Black Bellamy Jeremy Piven and Cutlass Liz Salma Hayek sinking in his wake. Before that can happen, though, the determined Pirate Captain will have to seek out the help of a love-struck scientist David Tennant and defeat a malevolent queen Imelda Staunton, who might just send him down to Davy Jones' Locker.
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Special Features

All-New Mini Movie: So You Want To Be A Pirate!; Mr. Bobo's Flash Card Challenge; Filmmakers' Commentary; DVD-ROM Link To More Fun Online
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Editorial Reviews

All Movie Guide - Jason Buchanan
Just when it started to look as if the pirate trend had sailed its course and that old Jolly Roger was disappearing over the horizon line, the Aardman Animations ship fires off starboard-blasting clay cannonballs of hilarity from its gun ports, scoring a direct hit on our funny bones. Breezy, colorful, and overflowing with jokes for viewers of all ages, The Pirates! Band of Misfits is yet another winner from the studio that gave us Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run, and, most recently, Arthur Christmas. Try as he might, the Pirate Captain voice of Hugh Grant just isn't taken seriously as a plunderer. But that might change if he could only manage to win the Pirate of the Year competition. As the event gets under way, he makes it his mission to leave dreaded foes Black Bellamy Jeremy Piven and Cutlass Liz Salma Hayek sinking in his wake. But when the Pirate Captain hijacks a ship carrying Charles Darwin David Tennant on a nature expedition, he makes a startling discovery about his loyal "parrot" Polly that sends him on an adventure into the heart of London, where a major science competition is being held. Later, just as it appears as if the Pirate Captain's dream is finally within reach, the vengeful Queen Victoria Imelda Staunton discovers his true identity. A monarch with an intense hatred of pirates, she offers to spare the Pirate Captain's neck for a price. And though at first her offer seems fair, it isn't long before the amiable marauder realizes that in his quest to be the best, he's put his favorite pet in grave danger. Now, in order to rescue Polly, the Pirate Captain will have to take on Queen Victoria herself. Fortunately he won't have to go it alone, because his loyal crew will be battling right alongside him, even if it means taking a long walk off the queen's plank as punishment. Invention has been the cornerstone of Aardman Animations since the very beginning, and that spirit is still alive and well in The Pirates! Band of Misfits. With studio veteran Peter Lord at the helm, this lively adventure sails just as smoothly when the Pirate Captain and his crew are traipsing though the London fog as it does when they're seeking ships to pillage on the high seas. A rousing introduction to the Pirate Captain's opponents and a comedic series of blundered hijackings early on get the action off to a rousing start before a trip to Darwin's house leads to a chase that stays true to the style and energy of Aardman's best work. Meanwhile, a rapid-fire succession of sight gags, surprise cameos, clever quips, and winning characters will have the kids laughing as their parents catch the jokes that fly over their heads. And the gentle moral about remaining true to yourself in the face of temptation comes through in the actions of the characters rather than clunky exposition, ensuring that the story never slows down in the race to its energetic nautical climax. As usual for Aardman, the detail devoted to character design makes Pirates! eye candy of the highest order, and elaborate, computer-generated backdrops give the film a distinctive texture that mirrors the studio's clay-based tradition while also providing a vibrant splash of color that really brings the story to life. And the same could be said for the exceptionally talented cast as well. Grant instills the good-natured Pirate Captain with just enough of a rugged edge to make him alternately dashing and endearing, while Tennant, Staunton, and Brendan Gleeson stand out as, respectively, the smitten Darwin, the villainous queen, and the ever-loyal Pirate With Gout. So hop aboard and get ready for a good time, because The Pirates! Band of Misfits is cinematic booty that shines like gold.
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 8/28/2012
  • UPC: 043396399891
  • Original Release: 2012
  • Source: Sony Pictures
  • Region Code: 1
  • Aspect Ratio: Cinemascope (2.35:1)
  • Presentation: Color
  • Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
  • Language: English, Français, Español
  • Time: 1:28:00
  • Format: DVD
  • Sales rank: 7,963

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Hugh Grant Voice Only
Brendan Gleeson Voice Only
Martin Freeman Voice Only
David Tennant Voice Only
Imelda Staunton Voice Only
Brian Blessed Voice Only
Jeremy Piven Voice Only
Salma Hayek Voice Only
Lenny Henry Voice Only
Anton Yelchin Voice Only
Ashley Jensen Voice Only
Al Roker Voice Only
Mike Cooper Voice Only
David Schneider Voice Only
Tom Doggart Voice Only
Sophie Jerrold Voice Only
Sophie Laughton Voice Only
Peter Lord Voice Only
Kayvan Novak Voice Only
David Schaal Voice Only
Ben Whitehead Voice Only
Gavin Greenaway Conductor
Technical Credits
Peter Lord Director, Producer
Ben Barrowman Asst. Director
Anthony Bayman Sound Editor
Richard 'Beeky' Beek Production Manager
Sue Breen Associate Producer
Gideon Defoe Screenwriter
Norman Garwood Production Designer
Sarah Hauldren Art Director
Kate Rhodes James Casting
Justin Krish Editor
Phil Lewis Art Director
Julie Lockhart Producer
Frank Passingham Cinematographer
Jacky Priddle Production Manager
Matt Sanders Art Director
Theodore Shapiro Score Composer
Carla Shelley Executive Producer
David Sproxton Producer
Hilary Thorn Production Manager
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Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Pirates! Band of Misfits
1. Scene 1 [8:36]
2. Scene 2 [6:34]
3. Scene 3 [5:18]
4. Scene 4 [6:34]
5. Scene 5 [6:01]
6. Scene 6 [4:16]
7. Scene 7 [4:39]
8. Scene 8 [5:22]
9. Scene 9 [4:28]
10. Scene 10 [4:45]
11. Scene 11 [4:28]
12. Scene 12 [:13]
13. Scene 13 [5:48]
14. Scene 14 [4:41]
15. Scene 15 [4:28]
16. Scene 16 [2:54]
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Menu

Disc #1 -- Pirates! Band of Misfits
   Play Movie
   Languages
      Audio
         English Audio Descriptive Service
         French
         Spanish
      Subtitles
         English*
         English Commentary Subtitles
         French*
         Spanish*
         Spanish Commentary Subtitles
         Subtitles: Off
   Scene Selections
   Special Features
      Commentary With Director Peter Lord, Co-Director Jeff Newitt and Editor Justin Krish: On/Off
         Commentary With Director Peter Lord, Co-Director Jeff Newitt And Editor Justin Krish: On
         Commentary With Director Peter Lord, Co-Director Jeff Newitt and Editor Justin Krish: Off
      So You Want To Be A Pirate! Short Film
      Mr. Bobo's Flash Card Challenge
         Continue
         Exit
      Printable Activity Pages
   Previews
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      Arthur Christmas
      Swan Princess Christmas
      The Smurfs
      12 Dogs Of Christmas: Great Puppy Rescue
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