A High Wind in Jamaica

Piracy and High Adventure on the High Seas!

19651h 43m6.3(46 votes)

AdventureDrama

Synopsis

In 1870, a Jamaican colonial family sends its children to Britain for proper schooling, but their ship is taken over by pirates, who become fond of the kids.

A High Wind in Jamaica (1965) is a adventure and drama film directed by Alexander Mackendrick. It stars Anthony Quinn, James Coburn, and Deborah Baxter. The film runs for 1 hour 43 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.3 out of 10 from 46 votes.

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Director

Alexander Mackendrick

Cast

Anthony Quinn

Chavez

James Coburn

Zac

Deborah Baxter

Emily Thornton

Gert Fröbe

Dutch Captain

Dennis Price

Mathias

Lila Kedrova

Rosa

Nigel Davenport

Mr. Thornton

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Where can I watch A High Wind in Jamaica?

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Who stars in A High Wind in Jamaica?

A High Wind in Jamaica stars Anthony Quinn, James Coburn, Deborah Baxter, and Gert Fröbe, and was directed by Alexander Mackendrick.

How long is A High Wind in Jamaica?

A High Wind in Jamaica has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes.

When did A High Wind in Jamaica come out?

A High Wind in Jamaica was released in 1965.

What genre is A High Wind in Jamaica?

A High Wind in Jamaica is a adventure and drama film.

Is A High Wind in Jamaica worth watching?

A High Wind in Jamaica holds an average audience score of 6.3 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.