Sort by Popularity - Most Popular Movies and TV Shows tagged with keyword "reference-to-sir-francis-drake"

1. Uncharted (2022)

PG-13 | 116 min | Action, Adventure

Street-smart Nathan Drake is recruited by seasoned treasure hunter Victor "Sully" Sullivan to recover a fortune amassed by Ferdinand Magellan, and lost 500 years ago by the House of Moncada.

Director: Ruben Fleischer | Stars: Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg, Antonio Banderas, Sophia Ali

Votes: 261,661 | Gross: $148.65M

2. The Vault (2021)

R | 118 min | Action, Thriller

Follows a genius engineering graduate who is interested in the Bank of Spain's safe.

Director: Jaume Balagueró | Stars: Freddie Highmore, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, Sam Riley, Liam Cunningham

Votes: 31,038

3. Damien: Omen II (1978)

R | 107 min | Horror

Damien the Antichrist, now about to turn thirteen years old, finally learns of his destiny under the guidance of an unholy disciple of Satan. Meanwhile dark forces begin to eliminate all those who suspect the child's true identity.

Directors: Don Taylor, Mike Hodges | Stars: William Holden, Lee Grant, Jonathan Scott-Taylor, Robert Foxworth

Votes: 36,154 | Gross: $3.88M

4. Mutiny on the Bounty (1935)

Passed | 132 min | Adventure, Biography, Drama

First mate Fletcher Christian leads a revolt against his sadistic commander, Captain Bligh, in this classic seafaring adventure, based on the real-life 1789 mutiny.

Director: Frank Lloyd | Stars: Charles Laughton, Clark Gable, Franchot Tone, Herbert Mundin

Votes: 24,925

5. The Thing That Couldn't Die (1958)

Unrated | 69 min | Horror

A psychically gifted young woman discovers a centuries-old crate buried on her aunt's ranch. Opening it, her family discovers the living head of Gideon Drew, a 16th century devil worshiper ... See full summary »

Director: Will Cowan | Stars: William Reynolds, Andra Martin, Jeffrey Stone, Carolyn Kearney

Votes: 1,903

6. Fire Over England (1937)

92 min | Adventure, History, Romance

During the reign of Elizabeth I, a young man's fervent devotion to the crown and to his sweetheart, a lady-in-waiting, lead him to battle for England's victory over the Spanish Armada in 1588.

Director: William K. Howard | Stars: Laurence Olivier, Flora Robson, Vivien Leigh, Raymond Massey

Votes: 1,989

7. The Devil-Ship Pirates (1964)

Approved | 86 min | Action, Adventure, Thriller

A damaged privateer deserts the Spanish Armada and makes land for repairs near a village on the British coast, terrorizing the local inhabitants.

Director: Don Sharp | Stars: Christopher Lee, Andrew Keir, John Cairney, Duncan Lamont

Votes: 921

8. Rancid Aluminum (2000)

R | 91 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Pete in London inherits a company. The ambitious accountant makes a deal with a Russian mafia boss. The Russian wants hard currency and grand-kids but kills his daughter's lovers. His daughter needs an Englishman like Sir Francis Drake.

Director: Edward Thomas | Stars: Joseph Fiennes, Rhys Ifans, Tara Fitzgerald, Sadie Frost

Votes: 1,114

9. Pirates (1998)

104 min | Documentary, History

Discovery examines the history of "Golden age of Piracy." The program takes a detailed look at the harsh lives of pirates, their tactics, motivations and why they would choose such a life. ... See full summary »

Director: Henry Chancellor | Stars: Lorna Bennett, Rachel Ferjani, Gabriel Byrne, Chris Jarman

Votes: 70

10. In Search of the Edge (1990)

26 min | Documentary, Short, History

Independent documentary providing scientific proof that the Earth is flat, including the Bedford Level Experiment, plus anecdotal evidence including the story of the fatal polar expedition by Andrea Barnes.

Stars: Robert Marsh, Andrea Barnes, Leo Ferrari, George Tinkess

Votes: 39

11. Bay Area Wildlife (2014)

22 min | Short

The San Francisco Bay Area is home to many species of wildlife.

Director: Fred Heiman | Stars: Peggy Heiman, Susan McConnell

12. Point Reyes National Seashore (2014)

7 min | Short

Tule Elk, black tailed deer, a famous lighthouse and a long shoreline make Point Reyes National Seashore a Bay Area natural treasure.

Director: Fred Heiman | Star: Peggy Heiman

13. Heavy Metal: The Evolution of the Naval Warship (2009 TV Movie)

90 min | Documentary, History, War

This two-hour series covers the evolution of the design and armament of ocean-going warships. From wooden hulls and sails to nuclear powered floating naval bases, Heavy Metal has it all. ... See full summary »

Votes: 13

14. Lovejoy (1986–1994)
Episode: The Lost Colony (1993)

TV-14 | 95 min | Comedy, Crime, Drama

Lovejoy journeys to North Carolina on the trail of stolen Sir Walter Raleigh and his beautiful but larcenous "cousin," Mary-John Lovejoy.

Director: Geoffrey Sax | Stars: Ian McShane, Dudley Sutton, Caroline Langrishe, Diane Parish

Votes: 70

15. Poldark (1975–1977)
Episode: Episode #1.16 (1976)

TV-MA | 51 min | Drama, History, Romance

Warleggan evicts hundreds of tenant families in his efforts to exert his power, and Ross discovers a valuable vein of tin in his depleted copper mine, Wheal Grace.

Director: Paul Annett | Stars: Robin Ellis, Angharad Rees, Mary Wimbush, Paul Curran

Votes: 29

16. Svengoolie (1995– )
Episode: The Curse of the Mummy's Tomb (2019)

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

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Director: Christopher M. Faulkner | Stars: Rich Koz, Doug Scharf, Jim Barton, Tom Richmond

Votes: 6

17. Pee-wee's Playhouse (1986–1991)
Episode: Rebarella (1989)

TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, Family, Musical

The laughs and fun never "stop" when Pee-wee, Miss Yvonne, and the Playhouse crew pretend to take a plane trip around the world. Reba has to steal Miss Yvonne, who's the plane's stewardess,... See full summary »

Directors: John Paragon, Paul Reubens | Stars: Lynne Marie Stewart, S. Epatha Merkerson, Steve James, Paul Reubens

Votes: 30

18. Britain's Most Historic Towns (2018–2020)
Episode: Elizabethan Plymouth (2020)

47 min | Documentary, History

In Plymouth, Alice explores the story of England's 'Golden Age' during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, from Sir Francis Drake to the Spanish Armada, piracy, theft and some of the local connections to the slave trade.

Director: Eric Haynes | Stars: Alice Roberts, Ben Robinson

Votes: 10

19. Frankie Drake Mysteries (2017–2021)
Episode: A Family Affair (2021)

TV-PG | 44 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery

A shakeup in all the gals' lives sees Frankie's dad alive but in danger, Trudy leave DPD, Mary going on the record, and Flo's new family threatened.

Director: Harvey Crossland | Stars: Lauren Lee Smith, Chantel Riley, Rebecca Liddiard, Sharron Matthews

Votes: 110

20. Sideprojects (2020– )
Episode: 4 of America's Most Impressive Historic Forts (2021)

14 min | Documentary

Simon Whister describes the histories of four of America's iconic, pre-Civil War forts.

Star: Simon Whistler

21. Unbeatable (2021–2023)
Episode: Episode #2.41 (2023)

44 min | Game-Show

Leisha, Vaughan, Natalie and Luke are the four contestants joining comedian Jason Manford for today's edition of the quiz show. Can they find the unbeatable answer.

Director: Derek Hallworth | Star: Jason Manford

22. Svengoolie (1995– )
Episode: The Thing That Couldn't Die (2014)

Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

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Director: Christopher M. Faulkner | Stars: Rich Koz, Doug Scharf, Jim Barton, Mick Foley

Votes: 9