The Pirate

About The Pirate

An Israeli man, raised by a wealthy and powerful Arab, comes into conflict with his heritage when he is entrusted with managing his country's oil fortunes and must deal with a fanatical terrorist group led by his daughter.

Ken Annakin's The Pirate is a 1978 tv movie film. It runs 240 minutes and was released in November 1978.

Its themes are middle east, oil, and terrorism. The story is adapted from a novel.

Franco Nero stars as Baydr Al Fay, Anne Archer as Jordana Mason, Olivia Hussey as Leila, and Ian McShane as Rashid. The screenplay is by Julius J. Epstein. It was produced by Howard W. Koch Productions and Warner Bros. Television.

Sorcerer, Die Hard, and Casino Royale make useful companions to The Pirate.