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All hands on deck! There be pirates ahead! Lucky for us, it's just Captain Jack Sparrow and his motley crew.
With the release of "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End," our friends at Disney are making pirates the hottest property in town. See how it all got started, check out the bling-bling, and get the inside scoop on the newly updated theme park attractions. Ahoy!
Captain Jack Sparrow and pirate mates in front of the updated Disney World attraction. Photo by Disney.
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
- My Review of "At World's End"
- Let's face it: Summer is meant for escapism! Why else have action-adventure movies cornered the market on blockbusters?
That convinces me that anyone who are pans "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" simply misses the point. Click the link to read more. - Sailing with Pirates at the Magic Kingdom
- The blockbuster success of "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" means that the Pirates attractions at Disney theme parks will be even hotter this summer! What does that mean for families . . .
- Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End -- The Official Website
- Official web site for Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. Outstanding graphics, videos and other interactive features. The site takes a while to download even with a high-speed cable modem, but it's worth the wait.
- Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End - Rotten Tomatoes
- PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: AT WORLD'S END reviews from the nation's top critics and audiences. Also includes movie info, trailer, poster, photos, news, articles, and forum. Also known as Pirates of the Caribbean 3.
The Latest Pirates Merchandise
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End The Movie Storybook
Amazon Price: $8.99 (as of 01/03/2010) 
Disney Pirates of the Caribbean Storybook and Compass Viewer: At World's End (Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End)
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 01/03/2010)
Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End
Amazon Price: $21.79 (as of 01/03/2010)
Pirates Of The Carribean 3: Pirate King Elizabeth Swan with Glowing Brethern Court Globe & Sword
Amazon Price: $14.99 (as of 01/03/2010)
The People Speak: Pirates Win!
'Pirates' Big Winner at People's Choice Awards
- Entertainment News from WNBC
- LOS ANGELES -- The movie swashbuckler "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" and its stars Johnny Depp and Keira Knightley led the winners during the 33rd annual People's Choice Awards Tuesday night in Los Angeles. ... Read more.
- E! Online News
- A billion dollars worth of People can't be wrong, right?
Echoing the enthusiasm that made Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest the highest-grossing movie of 2006, fans named the swashbuckling sequel both their Favorite Movie Drama and overall Favorite Movie at the 33rd Annual People's Choice Awards Tuesday night. ... Read more. - Media Life: The Impact of 'Pirates'
- Bless the buzz over 'Pirates of the Caribbean'
"Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" was 2006's biggest box office hit, and its success is carrying into 2007 as well. With "Pirates" winning four "People's Choice" awards, including three for star Johnny Depp, the awards show posted a solid ratings increase over last year. ... Read more.
Bring Jack Sparrow Home!
Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
This two-disc special edition DVD includes the blockbuster movie and a treasure chest full of bonuses: Subtitles in Spanish and French, three audio tracks all in Dolby Digital 5.1 (English, French and Spanish, Commentary by Screenwriters Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio, Bloopers of the Caribbean, Charting the Return: A preproduction diary, According to Plan: hour-long production documentary , Captain Jack: From Head to Toe, Mastering the Blade, Meet Davy Jones: Anatomy of a Legend, Creating the Kraken, Dead Men Tell New Tales: Re-Imagineering the Attraction, Fly on the Set: The Bone Cage,
Jerry Bruckheimer: A Producer's Photo Diary, Pirates on Main Street: The Dead Man's Chest Premiere, and Easter Eggs.
Amazon Price: $27.99 (as of 01/03/2010)
Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest (Widescreen Edition)
This one-disc version includes the movie (of course) plus the screenwriters' commentary and bloopers. It would be a good gift for someone who likes watching movies but doesn't care about the bonus stuff that we movie hounds live for.
Amazon Price: $12.49 (as of 01/03/2010)
The Birth of a Legend
How pirates from the Caribbean found life at Disney
Created under the direct creative supervision of Walt Disney himself, Pirates of the Caribbean is the quintessential Disney theme park adventure, a swashbuckling voyage that transports guests back to the days when pirates and privateers roamed the Spanish Main. Starring a comical cast of rascals, scoundrels, villains and knaves, the world-famous attraction sends guests of all ages on a boat ride through mysterious caverns where "Dead men tell no tales" and then into a colonial era Caribbean seaport under siege by a band of fun-loving pirates. The attraction's jaunty theme song, "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)," sets the show's light tone with its tongue-in-cheek depiction of high-seas lawlessness.The original incarnation of Pirates of the Caribbean premiered on March 18, 1967, in New Orleans Square at Disneyland in California. Featuring more than 120 Audio-Animatronics performers, lavishly decorated sets and special effects, it's considered to be one of the most spectacular and enduring attractions ever created for a theme park. With its setting revised slightly to fit a Caribbean Plaza location in Adventureland, the attraction opened to guests at Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom on Dec. 15, 1973. More than 500 million people have experienced the rollicking fun of Pirates of the Caribbean in California and Florida over the past 39 years.
(From Disney news releases.)
Read more about how you can enjoy your trip to visit Pirates of the Caribbean at Disney World.
Vote for Your Favorite Pirates
Disneyland or Walt Disney World?
As a longtime Walt Disney World guest (and now a travel writer specializing in Disney World), the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction seemed to belong in the Eastern Caribbean. To me, the swamp scenes in "Dead Man's Chest" seemed a bit out of place. That is -- until I had the great pleasure of experiencing Pirates at Disneyland. Now I get it! I'm having trouble deciding which attraction I like better. What do you think:
How to Be a Pirate
Master Replicas Pirates of the Caribbean Souvenir Necklace
Get your own coin like the one worn by Elizabeth in "The Curse of the Black Pearl."
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Pirates of the Caribbean Jack Sparrow Ring Replica
Classic design for pirates and good guys (and gals) alike.
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List Price: $14.99
Pirates of the Caribbean Davy Jones Key Replica
If you find the Dead Man's Chest, you'll need this key to open it! (Not really, but it's fun to imagine.)
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 01/03/2010)
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Pirates of the Caribbean Davy Jones Pirate Micro World Treasure Chest
Relive the Pirates of the Caribbean 2 movie in 5 Action Areas!
Roll the wheel off the ramp!
Launch figures off of the spring loaded platform!
Rotate the Hut and Drop Figures Through to the Tunnel Below!
Recommended Age Range 6 and up
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List Price: $24.99
Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest - Isla Cruces Playset
Secret Trap Door!
Callapsing Ladder & Figure Catapult!
Runnaway Mill Wheel
Recommended Age Range 6 and up
Amazon Price: $59.99 (as of 01/03/2010)
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Official Disney Pirates Web Sites
- Disney Park Pirates
- Ahoy, maties! First, the theme park attractions inspired the movie. Now, the movies inspire the attractions. The Pirates attraction about Disneyland and Disney World are getting major facelifts as part of the movie lauch. Play games, learn to speak pirate, watch videos, and much more!
- Pirates at Disneyland
- The original attraction, Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland is a classic! Learn everything you need to know to enjoy this attraction. Newly reopened after a major update.
- Pirates at Disney World
- Yo ho! Wanna-be pirates can find basic information about the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction in Adventureland at Walt Disney World here. Learn everything you need to know to enjoy this attraction. Reopened on July 7, the same day "Dead's Man Chest" opened in theaters.
- "Dead Man's Chest" Official Web Site
- The official web site for the new movie -- An all new epic adventure chronicling the misadventures of Captain Jack Sparrow.
Treasured Movies
Pirates of the Caribbean - The Curse of the Black Pearl (Two-Disc Collector's Edition)
A must-have for any pirate! This collector's edition has many bonus features that make this a great value. Excellent sound quality.
Amazon Price: $10.49 (as of 01/03/2010)
Pirates Of The Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
Pirates music is more than just "Yo, Yo!" Excellent compositions and integral to the movie's storytelling.
Amazon Price: $14.99 (as of 01/03/2010)
Pirates of the Caribbean
Excellent history of the Disneyland and Disney World attractions, plus a look behind the scenes at the movie making process. The author is a well-respected writer on Disney theme parks.
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Planning a Visit to Disney World?
- EZ Fun Guide to Walt Disney World
- The 'How-To' guide for everyone who wants the best value for your travel budget and vacation time!
Captain Jack Sparrow Joins the "Pirates" Crew
New audio-animatronics and expanded story added to theme park attraction
Due to the hit motion picture "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl" and the follow-up "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," the attraction was updated in summer 2006 with the addition of Captain Jack Sparrow and his nemesis Barbossa, from the feature films.Joining the wildest crew that ever sacked the Spanish Main, Captain Jack and Barbossa add an exciting new twist to the attraction's original storyline as they race to be the first to claim a cache of plundered treasure.
Audio enhancements, new special effects and the addition of the ghostly Davy Jones, from "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," also anchor the reopened attraction.
(From Disney news releases.)
It's Great to be a Pirate
Game of Life - Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Man's Chest Edition
Yo ho, yo ho, it's a pirate's LIFE game for me! You and your opponents take a voyage through the Caribbean -- Watch out for the Kraken!
Amazon Price: (as of 01/03/2010)
Battleship Command Pirates of the Caribbean
The classic game has gone vertical. Multi-level grid, more ships, more power! Sink your opponents before you get sent to Davy Jones' locker.
Amazon Price: $59.95 (as of 01/03/2010)
Pirates of the Caribbean Monopoly
Own the high seas! Collecticle pewter tokens and special properties make this a collectible game that's also fun to play.
Amazon Price: (as of 01/03/2010)
Barbossa Joins to Disney World Crew
The newly updated Pirates of the Caribbean attraction at Disney World now features Cap'n Jack Sparrow's nemisis Barbossa in one of the opening scenese.In the original ride story, pirates invade an island town, loot it and terrorize the people into revealing where gold is hidden. The original pirate captain is now replaced by Barbossa, still looking for gold like the original captain. But he and his pirates are also looking for Jack.
This scene in the attraction, where Barbossa's ship is attacking the town, also features new sound and water effects. Beware! Photo by Disney.
Disney Pirates Memorabilia
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"Dead Men Tell No Tales"
But 21st Century media have much to say!
- Rotten Tomatoes Movie Review
- Opening as the highest one-day grossing movie of all time, "Dead Man's Chest" received mixed reviews, with an overall rating of 54 percent positive as calculated by Rotten Tomatoes. See what reviewers around the country have to say.
- Disney's Pirates Ride: Just Like in the Movies
- From the Orlando Sentinel: "Purist fans of Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean ride are wishing they could force company officials to walk the plank for doing the unthinkable. The classic attraction, which turns 40 next year, is getting an overhaul timed to coincide with the movie premiere ...."
- BoxOfficeMojo.com Box Office Record
- According to BoxOfficeMojo.com, "Dead Man's Chest" broke all-time records for largest box office in its opening weekend.
- Mouse ears dress up for 'Pirates'
- From the Orlando Sentinel: "Now all those Mickey Mice can dangle hoop earrings from their big, round ears. In a tie-in with the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest movie, the Walt Disney Co. is releasing a pair of its iconic ears fashioned for a Mickey Mouse pirate and a Mickey Mouse pirate princess. ..."
- BoxOfficeMoJo.com Pirates Record
- Read all the stats about "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man'sChest." Must-see for movie junkies.
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