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COLLECTION · Series · 2014

Black Sails

The pirate adventures of Captain Flint and his men twenty years prior to Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic “Treasure Island.” Flint, the most brilliant and most feared pirate captain of his day, takes on a fast-talking young addition to his crew who goes by the name John Silver. Threatened with extinction on all sides, they fight for the survival of New Providence Island, the most notorious criminal haven of its day – a debauched paradise teeming with pirates, prostitutes, thieves and fortune seekers, a place defined by both its enlightened ideals and its stunning brutality.

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* 7.6 (1,460)ActionAdventureDramaSouth Africa · United States
Creators
Robert Levine · Jonathan E. Steinberg
Countries
South Africa · United States
Studios
STARZ · Quaker Moving Pictures · Platinum Dunes · Film Afrika
Runtime
60 min/ep
Age rating
TV-MA
Release
25/01/2014
Score
7.6 / 10 (1,460)

Awards and nominations

  • Nominated at 66th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Main Title Design
  • Nominated at 66th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Bear McCreary
  • Winner at 66th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series
  • Winner at 66th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Supporting Role
  • Nominated at 67th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series
  • Nominated at 67th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Special Visual Effects
  • Nominated at 67th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — 13th Annual Visual Effects Society Awards
  • Nominated at 67th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Supporting Visual Effects in a Photoreal Episode
  • Winner at 68th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Sound Editing for a Series
  • Nominated at 68th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Special Visual Effects
  • Winner at 68th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Supporting Visual Effects in a Photoreal Episode
  • Nominated at 68th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards — Outstanding Compositing in a Photoreal Episode
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Seasons and episodes
Specials
Specials
21 episodes · 2013
Episode 1. Black Sails: An Inside Look
2013-12-23 · 9 min

A cutthroat world of murderers, outcasts and thieves, the men and women of Black Sails are all hustling to survive. We give you an inside look at the incredible efforts made to bring the golden age of piracy to life.

Episode 2. Pirate Camp
2013-04-22 · 2 min

An extra for Season One of the STARZ Original Series "Black Sails" that focused on the training camp the actors went through prior to the start of shooting.

Episode 3. Building the Behemoth
2013-12-15 · 2 min

It took three hundred people to build just one of the hulking sets for Black Sails. See how the crew brought The Walrus to life.

Episode 4. Folklore is Finished
2014-01-12 · 3 min

No parrots. No eyeliner. Black Sails steps outside the pirate stereotype to show you the men and women fighting against a society intent on wiping them out. STARZ brings to life the reality of a brutal and dangerous world on Nassau in 1715.

Episode 5. A Place in History
2014-03-04 · 2 min

Actor Hakeem Kae-Kazim (who plays Mr. Scott) discusses how the series strives to portray an accurate history of African Americans and of slavery in the golden age of piracy.

Episode 6. Dressed to Kill
2014-12-02 · 2 min

A brief featurette covering the costume design for the series.

Episode 7. Inside the World of Black Sails (1)
2015-04-01 · 22 min

Combined short recaps about each episode of Season Two, featuring comments from Executive Producers Robert Levine and Jonathan E. Steinberg.

Episode 8. Man O'War
2015-04-05 · 4 min

A behind-the-scenes look at the construction of the Spanish Man O'War ship, which plays a major role in the storyline of Season Two.

Episode 9. Expanding Worlds
2014-12-05 · 4 min

A short featurette that talks about the new characters viewers will see in Season Two of the series.

Episode 10. High Seas Action
2015-09-23 · 5 min

A look behind-the-scenes of Season Two's big fight scenes.

Episode 11. History's Influence
2015-09-25 · 5 min

Although many of the main characters are based upon fictional ones from Robert Lewis Stevenson's Treasure Island, others are based on real-life pirates. This featurette discusses the real history of pirates and how the series tries to…

Episode 12. Inside the World of Black Sails (2)
2016-04-01 · 24 min

Combined short recaps about each episode of Season Three, featuring comments from Executive Producers Robert Levine and Jonathan E. Steinberg.

Episode 13. The Storm
2016-01-31 · 3 min

A behind-the-scenes look at the filming of the storm that Captain Flint and his crew must endure in Season Three.

Episode 14. A Pirate's Last Words
2016-10-11 · 4 min

SPOILER ALERT Captain Charles Vane’s sacrifice is explored in this Season Three featurette.

Episode 15. Blackbeard: An 18th Century Pirate
2016-11-19 · 10 min

One of the most notorious pirates to have ever lived, Edward Teach, aka "Blackbeard", is not afraid to challenge Nassau's most powerful --- at sea, on land, and at the end of a sword. This featurette takes a look at the character,…

Episode 16. Woodes Rogers
2016-11-19 · 5 min

Woodes Rogers is the newly appointed Royal Governor of the Bahamas. He heads to Nassau with the intent of wresting control of the colony from the pirates. This featurette takes a look at the English sea captain, played by Luke Roberts.

Episode 17. Inside the World of Black Sails (3)
2017-04-02 · 18 min

Combined short recaps about each episode of Season Four, featuring comments from Executive Producers Robert Levine and Jonathan E. Steinberg.

Episode 18. Creating the World
2017-04-03 · 3 min

A brief, behind-the-scenes look at the making of the final season, with comments from members of the cast and crew.

Episode 19. Roundtable: Women in Piracy
2017-04-04 · 2 min

An all-too-brief roundtable discussion with actresses Hannah New, Jessica Parker Kennedy, Clara Paget, and Zethu Dlomo.

Episode 20. Roundtable: The Legends of Treasure Island
2017-04-19 · 2 min

Black Sails lays the groundwork and fills in several gaps in character story leading up to the Robert Louis Stevenson classic novel, Treasure Island. Another frustratingly short roundtable moderated by Marlow Stern – this time featuring…

Episode 21. Roundtable: Fearless Fans
2017-04-19 · 2 min

More footage from the above roundtable, with Stephens, Arnold, and Hopper discussing their interactions with fans of the series.

Season 1
Season 1
8 episodes · 2014

1715: The Golden Age of Piracy. New Providence Island is a lawless territory, controlled by history’s most notorious pirate captains. The most feared is Captain Flint. As the British Navy returns to redeem their land and exterminate Flint and his crew, another side of him emerges. Captain Flint aligns himself with Eleanor Guthrie, daughter of the local…

I.
Episode 1. I.
2014-01-25 · 65 min

Whilst facing threats on all sides, including a possible mutiny, Captain Flint hires a young sailor named John Silver, who hides his most precious possession. As the Royal Navy gets ever more powerful, Eleanor keeps order on New Providence.

II.
Episode 2. II.
2014-02-01 · 49 min

Flint discovers a thief amongst his crew. Eleanor must make a difficult decision. John hides with Max, inside a brothel.

III.
Episode 3. III.
2014-02-08 · 55 min

While Flint and Gates realise they need help to find the Urca d'Lima, John and Billy have to increase the crew's morale. Vane impresses Eleanor and Gates receives a promotion.

IV.
Episode 4. IV.
2014-02-15 · 57 min

Captain Flint is warned about Billy. Vane encounters someone from his past. Eleanor asks her father for help. The crew of The Walrus suffer a disastrous undertaking.

V.
Episode 5. V.
2014-02-22 · 53 min

Bonny confesses. Rackham makes a life-altering decision. Richard forces Eleanor's hand. A chess match is organized for Flint and the Walrus crew.

VI.
Episode 6. VI.
2014-03-01 · 55 min

Chasing the Andromache is a pricey endeavor. Eleanor needs help from Silver. Billy believes Gates should confront Flint. Bonny takes a stand.

VII.
Episode 7. VII.
2014-03-08 · 53 min

Flint comes clean with Gates. Randall's actions cause problems for Silver. Eleanor suffers a loss. Max helps Rackham. Vane faces his biggest challenge.

VIII.
Episode 8. VIII.
2014-03-15 · 54 min

The hunt for the Urca begins. Things change for Eleanor. Bonny and Rackham are haunted by their past sins.

Season 2
Season 2
10 episodes · 2015

Season two begins where we left off—The Walrus crew is stranded, with an army of Spanish soldiers standing between them and the precious Urca gold. And with their crimes against their brethren no longer a secret, Flint and Silver must join forces in a desperate bid for survival. Meanwhile, Eleanor Guthrie struggles to maintain her grip on Nassau, as a…

IX.
Episode 1. IX.
2015-01-24 · 53 min

The Walrus crew is stranded, with an army of Spanish soldiers standing between them and the precious Urca gold. With their crimes against their brethren no longer a secret, Flint and Silver must join forces in a desperate bid for survival.

X.
Episode 2. X.
2015-01-31 · 55 min

Flint gives Dufresne some advice. Silver must make himself indispensable. Eleanor is asked to depose a captain. Rackham gets ambitious.

XI.
Episode 3. XI.
2015-02-07 · 53 min

Flint returns to Nassau and encounters a dilemma. Eleanor turns to an unlikely source for help. Rackham works to restore his reputation. Vane gets an unexpected prize.

XII.
Episode 4. XII.
2015-02-14 · 53 min

Flint threatens Vane. Eleanor chooses a side. Rackham learns what Max is capable of. Silver reunites with an old friend.

XIII.
Episode 5. XIII.
2015-02-21 · 52 min

Miranda endeavors to save the island. Eleanor sees old wounds reopened. Rackham is on the scent of a secret. Vane is forced to take matters into his own hands.

XIV.
Episode 6. XIV.
2015-02-28 · 55 min

Eleanor mediates a peace. Rackham learns a hard lesson. Flint goes back on a promise. Bonny goes out of control.

XV.
Episode 7. XV.
2015-03-07 · 55 min

Max surveys the aftermath of a massacre. News from the outside world impacts Flint and Silver. Eleanor takes a risk that she hopes secures her future. Bonny comes to a crossroads. Dufresne provokes Billy to act.

XVI.
Episode 8. XVI.
2015-03-14 · 49 min

Flint and Miranda prepare for a tough go of it. Silver becomes enlightened. Eleanor learns Max's secret. Vane makes a move.

XVII.
Episode 9. XVII.
2015-03-21 · 56 min

Flint and Miranda come to grips with their past. Bonny makes clear her intentions to Rackham. Vane collects a huge prize. Eleanor issues a declaration of war.

XVIII.
Episode 10. XVIII.
2015-03-28 · 50 min

Flint acquires an unlikely ally. Vane's crew seeks a sea change. Silver makes a sacrifice.

Season 3
Season 3
10 episodes · 2016

In the wake of Charles Town, the world lives in fear of Captain Flint. But when his campaign of terror crosses over into madness, it falls to John Silver to locate the man within the monster. Meanwhile, with Eleanor Guthrie gone, Jack Rackham and Captain Charles Vane struggle to secure Nassau for the ages. All will be tested when a new threat arrives. It…

XIX.
Episode 1. XIX.
2016-01-23 · 59 min

Flint and his crew wage war against the world. Eleanor receives an offer of clemency. Vane objects to Rackham's methods. One of Nassau's most notorious returns.

XX.
Episode 2. XX.
2016-01-30 · 55 min

The Walrus crew battles the elements. Teach and Rackham have a disagreement. Rogers and Eleanor set terms for their partnership. Bonny fears for her future with Max.

XXI.
Episode 3. XXI.
2016-02-06 · 59 min

Stranded at sea, Flint pushes Silver to his limit. As Nassau prepares to repel an invasion, Rackham takes the reins, while Max gets her house in order. To stave off defeat, Vane makes a difficult choice.

XXII.
Episode 4. XXII.
2016-02-13 · 53 min

Civilization returns to Nassau, and sets its sights on Vane. Flint, Silver and Billy encounter a new enemy. Rackham takes a stand against his crew. Scott finds his place in the new regime.

XXIII.
Episode 5. XXIII.
2016-02-20 · 54 min

Facing certain death, Silver pushes Flint to take action. Teach shows Vane a way forward. A new threat puts Eleanor and Rogers on notice. Max makes her play.

XXIV.
Episode 6. XXIV.
2016-02-27 · 52 min

Flint challenges Teach over the future of piracy. Rogers makes an arrest. Rackham finds new purpose. Madi comes to Silver's aid.

XXV.
Episode 7. XXV.
2016-03-05 · 57 min

Flint and Silver return to Nassau, and a legend is born. A change in terms puts Rackham and Bonny in jeopardy. Vane’s mission evolves. Eleanor confides in Rogers.

XXVI.
Episode 8. XXVI.
2016-03-12 · 49 min

Rogers comes under attack while moving a prisoner. Violence erupts on the Walrus. Silver and Madi are put to a test. Billy sees a new role for himself in the coming battle.

XXVII.
Episode 9. XXVII.
2016-03-19 · 57 min

Eleanor puts everything on the line to save Rogers. Billy recruits allies. Flint and Silver prepare for war.

XXVIII.
Episode 10. XXVIII.
2016-03-26 · 49 min

Rogers and his forces come for the pirates. Rackham and Bonny face impossible odds. Silver demands answers from Flint. Billy crowns a king.

Season 4
Season 4
10 episodes · 2017

Hundreds of British soldiers lie dead in a forest… the Royal Navy sails back to England in retreat… the West Indies are now a war zone, and the shores of New Providence Island have never been bloodier. With the help of Eleanor Guthrie, Woodes Rogers transforms Nassau into a fortress without walls, as Captain Flint amasses a fleet of unprecedented strength,…

XXIX.
Episode 1. XXIX.
2017-01-29 · 56 min

The invasion of Nassau results in catastrophe, while Teach and Rackham look to avenge the death of Charles Vane and Eleanor gets acclimated to her new role.

XXX.
Episode 2. XXX.
2017-02-05 · 56 min

Flint gives in to Billy's authority. Eleanor has a plan for Rogers. Silver turns to an unlikely source for help. Max is put on notice.

XXXI.
Episode 3. XXXI.
2017-02-12 · 56 min

Max has a run-in with the law. Rogers reckons with the past. Flint and Madi come to an understanding.

XXXII.
Episode 4. XXXII.
2017-02-19 · 56 min

Violence engulfs Nassau. Silver demands answers from Billy. Eleanor comes to Max's aid. Bonny and Rackham endure hell.

XXXIII.
Episode 5. XXXIII.
2017-02-26 · 56 min

Silver takes Flint's life in his hands. Billy drives a wedge. Eleanor risks everything. Rogers makes a stunning appeal.

XXXIV.
Episode 6. XXXIV.
2017-03-05 · 56 min

Nassau is delivered. Silver makes a painful amends. Madi and Flint are separated. Rogers searches for Eleanor.

XXXV.
Episode 7. XXXV.
2017-03-12 · 56 min

Flint urges caution on an angry Silver. Max leads Rackham and Bonny up river. Billy locates a survivor. Rogers learns the truth.

XXXVI.
Episode 8. XXXVI.
2017-03-19 · 56 min

A rescue plan threatens to divide Flint and Silver. The true price of freedom becomes apparent to Max. Rackham seeks his prey. The Walrus enters uncharted territory.

XXXVII.
Episode 9. XXXVII.
2017-03-26 · 57 min

Silver and his men hunt for Flint on Skeleton Island. Madi receives an offer. Billy casts his lot.

XXXVIII.
Episode 10. XXXVIII.
2017-04-02 · 74 min

Flint makes a final push to topple England. Silver seals his fate. Rackham confronts Rogers. Nassau is changed forever.

Cast by season
Toby Stephens
Toby Stephens
Captain James Flint
Luke Arnold
Luke Arnold
John Silver
Hannah New
Hannah New
Eleanor Guthrie
Jessica Parker Kennedy
Jessica Parker Kennedy
Max
Toby Schmitz
Toby Schmitz
Jack Rackham
Tom Hopper
Tom Hopper
William "Billy Bones" Manderly
Zach McGowan
Zach McGowan
Captain Charles Vane
Clara Paget
Clara Paget
Anne Bonny
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★ 10.0 / 10
**Black Sails: A Masterpiece of Pirate Lore and Intrigue** **Rating: 10/10** *Black Sails* is a breathtaking journey into the Golden Age of Piracy, where legends come to life, and the thrills never cease. The creators have done a remarkable job weaving together the stories of various legendary pirates, creating a complex and authentic world filled with tension, betrayal, and intrigue. The show's unique atmosphere, excellent character development, and complex social-political layers make *Black Sails* one of the pinnacles of the genre. **Story and Atmosphere:** The story of *Black Sails* is set in the early 18th century in the Caribbean, where infamous pirates struggle for survival and riches. The series masterfully combines real historical figures with literary fiction, creating a unique and exciting narrative. The writers have done a brilliant job interlacing the different pirate legends, crafting a narrative that honors these tales while adding new and unexpected twists. **Intrigue and Power Struggles:** *Black Sails* excels at portraying the intrigue surrounding the pursuit of power and wealth. The characters will do anything to stay afloat, gain power, or maintain their positions. The series vividly demonstrates how different social classes view and handle political, commercial, and military situations. The show accurately depicts how knowledge, education, and experience could elevate a person during that time, especially if they were sharp-witted and observant—qualities embodied by characters like Captain Flint and Eleanor Guthrie. **Characters and Development:** One of the show's greatest strengths is its well-developed characters. Although most of the actors were relatively unknown, they excelled in their roles, and their character development is clearly visible as the story progresses. **Captain James Flint (Toby Stephens):** Captain Flint is the central figure of the series, a complex and deeply layered character. Initially presented as a cold and calculating leader, Flint reveals more about his past traumas and motivations as the story unfolds. Toby Stephens' brilliant performance makes Flint a character both to admire and fear. **John Silver (Luke Arnold):** John Silver is one of the show's biggest surprises. Initially appearing as a mere opportunist, he undergoes significant changes through his alliance with Flint and his own ambitions. Luke Arnold does an excellent job portraying Silver's evolution as he navigates the pirate world and gains increasing influence. **Eleanor Guthrie (Hannah New):** Eleanor, the leader of the trading operation on New Providence Island, is an incredibly intelligent and ambitious woman. Hannah New portrays Eleanor's tough and determined character, who can think strategically while ruthlessly managing her dealings with the pirates. Eleanor's character demonstrates how someone can be a successful leader even in the midst of chaos. **Charles Vane (Zach McGowan):** Charles Vane is one of the most feared pirates in the series, rising to prominence through his raw strength and ruthless nature. Zach McGowan convincingly portrays this brutal yet dedicated leader with his own unique moral code. **Jack Rackham (Toby Schmitz) and Anne Bonny (Clara Paget):** Jack and Anne are one of the most intriguing pairs in the series. Jack, the cunning and ambitious pirate always looking for the next big score, and Anne, his fierce and loyal partner, are both highly entertaining and deeply complex characters. Their relationship deepens as the series progresses, and they face the challenges of the pirate world together as true partners. **Max (Jessica Parker Kennedy):** Max is one of the series' most resilient characters, who rises from working in a brothel to becoming one of the most influential women on the island. Her story excellently illustrates the sacrifices needed for survival and how to find the path to power. **Social Strata and Political Intrigue:** *Black Sails* masterfully depicts the contrasts between different social classes and their impact on political and commercial relations. The series shows how knowledge and education played crucial roles at the time and how these traits could quickly elevate someone in the social hierarchy. Those who played the game smartly and shrewdly—like Flint or Eleanor—often succeeded, while others fell victim to their own thirst for power. **Conclusion:** *Black Sails* is an exceptional series that brilliantly interweaves pirate legends into a complex and thrilling story. With its outstanding characters, masterful storytelling, and depiction of social and political intrigue, this show is a true gem. *Black Sails* is not just for fans of pirate tales but for anyone looking for a deep, thought-provoking, and exciting drama that excels in every aspect.
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