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Movie poster: Davy Crockett and the River Pirates (1956)
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Davy Crockett and the River Pirates

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1956 · 81 min Adventure Family Western
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

Davy Crockett and his sidekick Georgie compete against boastful Mike Fink ("King of the River") in a boat race to New Orleans. Later, Davy and Georgie, allied with Fink, battle a group of river pirates trying to pass themselves off as Native Americans.

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Year 1956
Country United States of America
Genre Adventure, Family, Western
Director Norman Foster
Runtime 81 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (67 votes)

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Director Norman Foster constructs a brisk adventure, relying on the inherent likability of Fess Parker's Crockett and the comic chemistry with Buddy Ebsen. The film explores the folklore hero archetype, working with themes of rivalry-turned-respect and straightforward frontier justice.

What lingers after the river race and pirate showdown is a sense of wholesome, uncynical fun. It’s a clear-cut adventure where bravery and camaraderie win the day, delivered with a steady pace and cheerful spirit. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Norman Foster

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