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The Pirates of Somalia (2017)

Movie ★ 6.9 117 min

After an inspiring chance encounter with his idol, rookie journalist Jay Bahadur uproots his life and moves to Somalia looking for the story of a lifetime. Hooking up with a local fixer, he attempts to get embedded with the local Somali pirates, only to quickly find himself in over his head.

Bryan Buckley Director

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Quick facts

Released
December 8, 2017
Runtime
117 min
Rating
R
IMDb
tt5126922
Language
Studio
Kalahari Pictures, hungryman,

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Pirates of Somalia about?
After an inspiring chance encounter with his idol, rookie journalist Jay Bahadur uproots his life and moves to Somalia looking for the story of a lifetime. Hooking up with a local fixer, he attempts to get embedded with the local Somali pirates, only to quickly find himself in over his head.
Who directed The Pirates of Somalia?
The Pirates of Somalia was directed by Bryan Buckley.
Who stars in The Pirates of Somalia?
The Pirates of Somalia stars Evan Peters, Barkhad Abdi, Melanie Griffith, Al Pacino.
When was The Pirates of Somalia released?
The Pirates of Somalia is a 2017 drama film.
Where can I watch The Pirates of Somalia?
You can watch The Pirates of Somalia with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.