The Adventures of Jim Bowie is an American Western television series that aired on ABC from 1956 to 1958. Its setting was the 1830s-era Louisiana Territory. The series was an adaptation of the book Tempered Blade, by Monte Barrett. The series stars Scott Forbes as the real-life adventurer Jim Bowie. The series initially portrayed Jim Bowie as something of an outdoors-man, riding his horse through the wilderness near his home in Opelousas, where he would stumble across someone needing his assistance. He was aided by the Bowie Knife, his ever-present weapon. He designed it in the first episode, The Birth of the Blade.
In Pirate of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, Captain Jack Sparrow is pursued by Captain Salazar and his crew of deadly ghosts. As Salazar vows to kill every pirate at sea, Jack teams up with Henry Turner, the son of Will Turner, to find the Trident of Poseidon and break his father's curse. Along with Carina Smyth, a knowledgeable astronomer, they embark on an adventure filled with battles, curses, and the search for hidden treasure.
In the 1820s, a frontiersman on a fur trading expedition is attacked by a bear and abandoned by his hunting team. He fights for survival against harsh elements and seeks revenge against the men who betrayed him.
The Banana Splits Adventure Hour is a cult TV show from the 1960s that follows a redheaded woman and her three nephews as they embark on various adventures on an island. With the help of the anthropomorphic animal band, the Banana Splits, they encounter pirates, sword fights, and a dash of surrealism.
A TV series about the Long John Silver character from Treasure Island. It was made in 1954 in colour in Australia for the American and British markets before the development of Australian television. Long John Silver is the proud captain of his own ship and his own crew. He and his buccaneer cruise around the Caribbean and often stay on the side of the English and fight the French and Spanish. After the long and dangerous adventures, he and his crew rest in the tavern of Miss Purity. This series aired in the United States first on Syndicated basis in 1956, but not on a regular basis and completely random as part of another show. Several episodes were edited together and shown as movies in the cinemas under the titles: Under The Black Flag and South Sea Pirates. After that it was sold to the ITV Network in the UK, and aired in 1957. In 1958 Australian ABC screened the series as part of Children's TV Club show.
During the French and Indian War, three trappers protect the daughters of a British Colonel from an ambush by a Huron party. They must escort the daughters to their father at Fort William Henry, while the fort is under siege by the French. Along the way, they face various challenges and betrayals, leading to a final showdown with Magua, the Huron leader, and the realization that Chingachgook is the last of the Mohicans.
Zorro follows the story of a Spanish vigilante who fights against injustice in the Spanish colony of California. With his secret identity, Zorro takes on the corrupt dictator and becomes a hero to the oppressed. Alongside his trusty black horse and his unmatched sword-fighting skills, Zorro is the ultimate swashbuckler in the wild and dangerous West.
In the fight for Texas independence, a small group of men defend the Alamo against a Mexican army. Their heroic last stand becomes a symbol of bravery and sacrifice.
Director Andrew V. McLaglen's 1961 drama, based on John William Fox's novel, is the tale of a young man returning home after fighting in the Civil War. The cast includes Jimmie Rodgers, Luana Patten, Chill Wills, George Kennedy, Neil Hamilton and Morris Ankrum.
In this swashbuckling adventure film, a young boy named Jim Hawkins embarks on a journey to find a hidden treasure on Treasure Island. Along the way, he encounters dangerous pirates, battles for survival, and learns the true meaning of courage. With the help of the enigmatic Long John Silver, Jim must outwit his foes and navigate through treacherous waters to claim the treasure for himself.
When young Jim Hawkins discovers a treasure map, he embarks on a dangerous journey to find the legendary Treasure Island. Along the way, he encounters treacherous pirates, including the one-legged pirate captain, Long John Silver.
In pre-Revolutionary America, the efforts of a Colonial officer trying to broker a peace deal between Indian chief Pontiac and British and American settlers are threatened by the commander of a Hessian mercenary unit who embarks on a campaign of extermination against the Indians.
In the year 1492, Christopher Columbus embarks on a perilous journey across the Atlantic Ocean to the West Indies, facing challenges such as court intrigue, a tormented Spanish Inquisition, and treacherous sea storms. Along the way, he encounters native tribes, explores new territories, and experiences the hardships of exploration. This biographical drama captures the spirit of adventure and the historical significance of Columbus' discovery.
Almost Heroes is a comedy film set in the 1800s, following the adventures of a mismatched duo who embark on a journey to explore uncharted territories. Filled with slapstick comedy and outrageous situations, the film showcases their hilarious encounters with various obstacles and challenges. From spitting in someone's face to falling from trees and even engaging in sword-fights, the duo must rely on their bravery and wit to survive.
Masked crusader Zorro and his father, Don Alejandro, face off against mysterious despot The Eagle in a fight for control of old Spanish California.
War and Peace (1956) is an epic film adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's novel of the same name. The story follows the lives of several aristocratic families in Russia during the 1805 French invasion of Russia and the subsequent Napoleonic Wars. The movie explores themes of love, honor, and war as the characters navigate through dramatic events and personal struggles.
During the Crimean War, a British cavalryman leads a suicidal charge against Russian forces, facing betrayal and hardships along the way.
An English nobleman, who has been living with the Sioux tribe, returns to America and becomes involved in the conflict between the Sioux and white settlers in the 1840s. He forms a bond with the Sioux and must navigate the complex relationships between the two cultures.
A biographical drama about the infamous Countess Elizabeth Bathory, who tortured and killed young women in the pursuit of eternal youth.
In the midst of the American Civil War, a group of Union soldiers embark on a daring mission to hijack a Confederate train and sabotage their plans. Filled with suspense, espionage, and thrilling action sequences, this based-on-true-story film will keep you on the edge of your seat.