The Pirates! Band of Misfits

"The Pirates! Band of Misfits" is a swashbuckling adventure comedy that revolves around the comedic escapades of the Pirate Captain. A well-intentioned but rather inept pirate, he leads a crew of misfit pirates who are more interested in having fun than being successful pirates. Despite their lack of plundering skills, the Pirate Captain dreams of winning the Pirate of the Year award, which is awarded to the most feared and accomplished pirate.

The Pirate Captain and his crew set sail on various comedic misadventures, encountering a variety of eccentric characters along the way. One such encounter brings them face-to-face with Charles Darwin, a scientist who recognizes that the Pirate Captain's beloved parrot, Polly, is not actually a parrot, but the last remaining dodo bird.

Learning that the dodo bird is a rare and valuable creature, the Pirate Captain sees an opportunity to win the Pirate of the Year award by presenting Polly to the scientific community. He agrees to accompany Darwin to London, unaware of Darwin's ulterior motives.

The film's adventure elements take the audience on a journey filled with whimsy and excitement. From high seas shenanigans to encounters with historical figures, the plot is packed with humorous and thrilling escapades. The quest to win the Pirate of the Year award provides a framework for the story, but it is the series of misadventures and unexpected twists in "The Pirates! Band of Misfits" that keep the audience engaged and entertained.

Release: 2012

Rotten Tomatoes: 86%