# Captains Courageous (1937)

> A wealthy, willful boy is transformed by hard work, danger, and unexpected fellowship aboard a fishing schooner.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/9995

## Facts

- Runtime: 115 min
- Genres: Adventure, Drama, Family
- Director: Victor Fleming
- Cast: Freddie Bartholomew, Spencer Tracy, Lionel Barrymore, Melvyn Douglas, Charley Grapewin, Mickey Rooney, John Carradine, Oscar O'Shea
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028691/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: adventurous, earnest, heartwarming, family movie night, classic film night

## Synopsis

A spoiled child learns the true meaning of life and hard work on the open sea.

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