Movie

A High Wind in Jamaica

“Piracy and High Adventure on the High Seas!”

★ 6.3(46)19651h 43m

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Good to know

Director: Alexander Mackendrick
Release date: 1965-05-01
Runtime: 1h 43m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: 20th Century Fox

A High Wind in Jamaica — trailer

About A High Wind in Jamaica

A High Wind in Jamaica is a 1965 movie in the Adventure and Drama genres, directed by Alexander Mackendrick, starring Anthony Quinn, James Coburn and Deborah Baxter. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 46 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A High Wind in Jamaica in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

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

Isabel Dean

Alice Thornton

Kenneth J. Warren

Capt. Marpole

Ben Carruthers

Alberto

Brian Phelan

Curtis

Trader Faulkner

Pirate

Themes & keywords

jamaicahurricanestowawaychild in perilsword fightpiratestormsailing shippirate ship19th centurycaribbean1870s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A High Wind in Jamaica in South Africa?+

A High Wind in Jamaica is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A High Wind in Jamaica on Netflix?+

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How long is A High Wind in Jamaica?+

A High Wind in Jamaica has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

Who stars in A High Wind in Jamaica?+

A High Wind in Jamaica stars Anthony Quinn, James Coburn, Deborah Baxter, Gert Fröbe and Dennis Price.

When did A High Wind in Jamaica come out?+

A High Wind in Jamaica is a 1965 movie directed by Alexander Mackendrick.

What genre is A High Wind in Jamaica?+

A High Wind in Jamaica is Adventure and Drama film.

Who directed A High Wind in Jamaica?+

A High Wind in Jamaica was directed by Alexander Mackendrick.