Movies and TvShows featuring "high-seas" theme.

In ancient Polynesia, Moana embarks on a perilous quest to find the demigod Maui and restore the heart of Te Fiti to save her island from a terrible curse.

During the Napoleonic Wars, Captain Aubrey of the British man-of-war HMS Surprise pursues the French privateer Acheron with his damaged ship and crew, hoping to take her down and tip the balance of power. Their pursuit leads them to Cape Horn and the Galapagos Islands, where they encounter the Acheron and engage in a battle using deception and strategy. The Surprise emerges victorious and Aubrey realizes that the French captain had tricked him. He decides to escort the Acheron to Valparaiso.

Mutiny on the Bounty is a movie based on the true story of a tyrannical captain and a mutiny that takes place during a voyage to Tahiti. The crew members rebel against their captain's harsh treatment and seize control of the ship. The movie explores the themes of power, rebellion, and redemption.

Mutiny on the Bounty is a story based on true events that took place in the 18th century. It follows the journey of the British naval ship, Bounty, and its crew as they face punishment, hardship, and discontent. The tyrannical captain and the animosity among the sailors lead to a mutiny on the ship. The crew takes a detour to a tropical island, Tahiti, where they encounter a language barrier and interact with the native tribe. The movie explores themes of discipline, questioning authority, and the consequences of rebellion.

Captain Kidd is a pirate captain who seeks revenge for his father's death and embarks on a high-seas adventure to find treasure and avenge his father's murderer. Along the way, he encounters double-crosses, naval battles, and treacherous schemes.

A sailor wakes up to find his yacht taking on water after colliding with a shipping container in the Indian Ocean. With no communication or navigation equipment, he must rely on his survival skills to stay alive and find a way back to land.

To the Ends of the Earth follows a naval officer, Edmund Talbot, as he embarks on a sea voyage to Australia on a sailing ship. During the journey, Talbot encounters various challenges and experiences, including falling in love, facing the dangers of the sea, and exploring his own identity. Set in the 19th century during the Napoleonic era, the TV mini-series explores themes of love, personal transformation, and the exploration of the unknown.

The Legends Of Treasure Island is an animated cartoon from the UK that ran from 1993-1995. It had two series of 13 episodes each and each episode runs for 22–25 minutes. The series was loosely based on Robert Louis Stevenson's original story "Treasure Island". Featuring a mysterious and dark storyline, it incorporates magic and many new characters. Unlike the book and most adaptations Long John Silver is not an anti-hero with dubious morality but rather a straight villain. It was broadcast in the United Kingdom and in other countries throughout Europe and Latin America and was also aired in Australia. The programme was a FilmFair production for Central Independent Television, The Legends of Treasure Island, is owned by ITV PLC.

The Grand Hotel formula that was so overworked in the 1930s made an encore appearance in 1940's Escape to Glory. The story is given timeliness by placing the characters on a British merchant ship on the very day that World War II is declared. The ship is attacked by a Nazi U-Boat, resulting in a variety of reactions from the diverse passengers--one of whom (Erwin Kalser) is a German doctor. Constance Bennett is glamorous, Pat O'Brien is boozy, John Halliday is pensive, and everybody else (except for the German medico) is plain fearful.

In 'Haunting of the Mary Celeste,' a merchant ship vanishes in mysterious circumstances, leaving the crew and passengers bewildered. As the investigation unfolds, the eerie presence of a ghost ship and an inter-dimensional time rift are discovered, revealing a haunting secret that has been hidden for centuries.

Set in the 1970s, the film follows a French officer on an adventurous voyage across the North Atlantic. He reminisces about his time in the French military, battles with a fatal illness, and confronts the challenges of war and comradeship. As he navigates the harsh winter conditions and encounters various characters, he explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the impact of war on personal lives.

During the Napoleonic Wars, a British naval captain aboard the H.M.S. Defiant tries to maintain order and discipline among his crew, but faces a mutiny led by a sadistic man. The captain must battle for control of the ship and deal with the consequences of his actions.

When a group of shipwrecked survivors is rescued by the mysterious and brutal Captain Wolf Larsen, they must navigate the treacherous waters of his sadistic leadership. As tensions rise and betrayals unfold, they must find a way to survive and seek revenge.

A princess and a pirate join forces to find a valuable treasure map that leads to buried treasure on a Caribbean island. Along the way, they encounter murder, kidnapping, and a chase filled with slapstick comedy. The two navigate through dangerous situations, including sword fights and rescues, while discovering their feelings for each other.

The movie follows the story of a suspicious husband who hires a detective to follow his wife on a cruise ship. However, things get complicated when the detective falls for a honky-tonk singer who is impersonating the wife. Mistaken identities, romantic misunderstandings, and musical numbers ensue as the passengers navigate their way through a series of comedic twists and turns.

When a young boy named Jim Hawkins discovers a treasure map, he embarks on an adventure to find the legendary treasure of Captain Flint. Along the way, Jim encounters dangerous pirates, a one-legged man named Long John Silver, and the thrill of the high seas. With bravery and determination, Jim must navigate the treacherous waters and avoid betrayal to claim the treasure for himself.

In Botany Bay (1952), a medical student finds himself on a ship called Botany Bay, which is filled with prisoners being sent to a penal colony in Australia. The journey is filled with drama, romance, and mutiny as the characters navigate life on the high seas. The protagonist must face challenges such as a revolt, a woman fights another woman, and even confronts a Koala. Along the way, there are themes of homosexuality, brutality, and miscarriage of justice. Adapted from a novel, this movie takes place in the 18th century and showcases the struggles of the characters, including a young boy caught in the midst of violence and death.

Sir Francis Drake fights to take over Spain's treasure routes for Queen Elizabeth I.

Two women are installed in the cabin of a ship that was already occupied by two gentlemen.