Movies and TvShows featuring "gilbert-and-sullivan" theme.

A band of pirates in Victorian England embark on a series of misadventures involving a young man, a pirate ship, and a romance with the daughter of a major-general.

Making Love is a movie set in Los Angeles that explores themes of sexuality and love triangles. It follows the story of a married man who discovers his bisexuality and begins exploring his attraction to other men. The plot revolves around his journey of self-discovery, including his first gay sexual experience and the challenges he faces in coming out. The movie also touches on themes of homosexuality, extramarital affairs, and romantic rivalries. Overall, Making Love offers a compelling exploration of LGBT issues and the complexities of human relationships.

A love triangle ensues when a wandering minstrel falls in love with the woman promised to the Mikado, the Emperor of Japan. As the situation gets more complicated, hilarity and romance unfold.

The Pirate Movie is a campy musical parody that takes place in the 1980s. It tells the story of a girl who is transported back in time where she falls in love with a pirate. They face various comedic challenges and must navigate the treacherous waters of love and adventure.

Imperial Japanese Dance is a short film from 1894 that highlights the captivating art of traditional Japanese dance. The film captures the essence and grace of the dance form, providing a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Japan. The intricate movements and costumes, combined with the elegant music, transport the audience to a different time and place.

As a young child, Frederic had been apprenticed to a pirate by mistake when he should have been apprenticed to a pilot. Now, having reached his 21st year, Frederic's indentures are at last over and he happily leaves the service of the pirates. When Frederic meets the beautiful Mabel, one of the many daughters (or wards in Chancery) of Major-General Stanley, they fall in love and decide to marry. However, complications arise when the pirates decide to marry the rest of the Major-General's daughters, themselves - and Frederic's birthdate turns out to be not all it seems.

In this musical, the Gilbert and Sullivan classic is updated and set in post-war Japan. This time, the trouble begins when a soldier, the son of a Yankee judge, falls in love with a Japanese girl. This enrages her Yakuza fiancé who kidnaps him.

The D'Oyly Carte production of the Gilbert and Sullivan operetta. Love blossoms between members of different social classes among a general lampooning of the British class system.

Yosemite Sam the pirate finds a treasure chest which belongs to Bugs Bunny. Bugs is determined to get it back, and boards Sam's ship to battle wits with Pirate Sam.

In this comedic musical adventure, a group of pirates known as the Pirates of Penzance encounter various adventures and misadventures as they navigate their way through Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved operetta. With its lively music, witty dialogue, and humorous plot twists, The Pirates of Penzance is a delightful and entertaining production that will leave audiences singing along.

In a breach of promise case, the Learned Judge and Jury are somewhat smitten by the pretty Plaintiff's charms, and the Defendant is hard pressed to explain that indeed he loved this girl once, but fell in love with another. Despite his suggestion that he marry both women, the Learned Judge has his own solution... he will marry the Plaintiff himself!

Set in Japan, The Mikado follows the story of Nanki-Poo, a wandering minstrel who falls in love with the beautiful Yum-Yum. However, their path to happiness is hindered by the absurd laws of the town of Titipu and the scheming Lord High Executioner, Ko-Ko. With mistaken identities, witty wordplay, and catchy tunes, this comic opera delights audiences with its clever satire on political corruption and societal conventions.

For centuries, the Murgatroyd family, the Baronets of Ruddigore, have been under a witch's curse — commit a crime every day, or die in agony. Sir Ruthven Murgatroyd, the rightful heir, has run away to live as innocent peasant Robin Oakapple in the Cornish village of Rederring, sticking his brother Despard with the curse. But on the very day that "Robin" is to marry sweet, beautiful Rose Maybud, it all falls apart. Can Sir Ruthven outwit a picture gallery full of his ancestors' ghosts to save the day?

The Gondoliers is a comedic opera that takes place in Venice, Italy. It follows the story of two gondoliers who rise to the ranks of royalty due to a case of mistaken identity. The opera explores themes of love, mistaken identity, and the complexities of monarchy.

Able Seaman Dick Deadeye is charged by Queen Victoria to find the stolen Ultimate Secret. His ugliness means that his life has always been lonely but a buxom barmaid takes a shine to him. Together, they battle pirates and an evil magician before discovering that the Ultimate Secret is nothing but LOVE! Using songs based on the original works of Gilbert and Sullivan (but updated with modern lyrics), this film was created to commemorate the centenary anniversary of the first collaboration of the composers of the Savoy Operas.

The Pirates of Penzance is a comedic musical that tells the story of Frederic, a young pirate who has just completed his apprenticeship and is ready to leave the pirate life behind. However, he soon discovers that he was born on a leap year, which means he must remain with the pirates for another 63 years. As he navigates his way through love, duty, and a bumbling police force, Frederic learns the true meaning of loyalty and honor.

In the captivating and colorful city of Venice, two gondoliers find themselves in a love triangle with a beautiful woman. As they navigate through mistaken identities and hilarious misadventures, their true heritage is revealed, changing their lives forever.

In a small Japanese town, Ko-Ko is appointed to the unenviable position of executioner. Knowing he must successfully perform before the appearance of the Mikado in a month's time, Ko-Ko finds a suitable victim in Nanki-Poo, who is distraught over his unrequited love for the maiden Yum-Yum. Nanki-Poo agrees to sacrifice his life if he is allowed to spend his remaining days with Yum-Yum, who is betrothed to Ko-Ko.

Eleven Gilbert & Sullivan numbers are melded within the murder-mystery plot of "Girl on the Spot", with a result that either G&S and/or the plot are always seemingly on stage-wait or in the wings awaiting a cue. Lois Collier is the girl-on-the-spot of the title because she was on the scene of a murder. The police conclude she didn't do it and they use her to set a trap for the real killer, a G&S addict, by financing a Broadway production starring Collier.

Richard D'Oyly Carte, the theatrical impresario who brought Gilbert and Sullivan together, is tormented in a dream by his memories of this most tempestuous partnering.