Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- Moderate
- irreverent
- rollicking
- fantastical
- blockbuster movie night
- action adventure marathon
What critics said
Critics generally found the film a glossy but familiar and less consistently funny continuation of the pirate franchise, with its adventure spectacle outweighing its thinness.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
The Fountain of Youth functions as the central objective driving Jack, Angelica, Blackbeard, and the competing expedition.
Jack Sparrow relies on deception, negotiation, and quick improvisation while navigating Blackbeard's authority and Angelica's manipulation.
The film foregrounds sailing ships, sword fights, mermaids, naval danger, and fantastical set pieces in a lavish blockbuster format.
Jack cannot determine whether Angelica's connection to him is affectionate or part of her effort to use him in the Fountain quest.
Films like Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and why
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
swashbuckling treasure hunt, supernatural mythology, comic adventure, and charismatic rogue protagonist
The Mask of Zorro
pirate adventure, lavish period spectacle, swordplay, and irreverent comic tone
The Mummy
fantasy quest, ensemble action, colorful production design, and broad adventure humor
Movie Details
- Director
- Rob Marshall
- Release Date
- 2011-05-15
- Runtime
- 136 min
- Rating
- 6.6 / 10 (15283)
Cast
- Johnny Depp
- Penélope Cruz
- Geoffrey Rush
- Ian McShane
- Kevin McNally
- Sam Claflin
- Àstrid Bergès-Frisbey
- Stephen Graham
- Keith Richards
- Richard Griffiths
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Disney Plus
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides about?
- Captain Jack Sparrow is pulled into a dangerous race for the Fountain of Youth amid pirate rivalries, supernatural perils, and an ambiguous reunion with Angelica.
- What is Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides as brisk, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides violent?
- Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides as moderate.
- What did critics think of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides?
- Critics generally found the film a glossy but familiar and less consistently funny continuation of the pirate franchise, with its adventure spectacle outweighing its thinness.
- Which films are like Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides?
- Films with a similar feel include Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, The Mask of Zorro, and The Mummy.
- How long is Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides?
- Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides runs 136 minutes.
- Where can I watch Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides?
- In United States, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides streams on Disney Plus.
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