Comedy and chaos ensue as Teach and Bonnet fall in love. During their misadventures, the crew of the Revenge cross paths with notorious pirate captain Edward Teach and his crew, including First Mate Izzy Hands. Bonnet is portrayed as having little or no aptitude for this role, with no experience beyond that of his privileged life.Īboard their ship, the Revenge, the newly-minted Captain Bonnet and his dysfunctional crew struggle to survive against deadly threats both from naval warships and other bloodthirsty pirates. The series is loosely based on the life of Stede Bonnet, also known as the 'Gentleman Pirate.' Set in 1717, the first season depicts the early days of Bonnet’s career as a pirate after abandoning his family and his comfortable life as a member of the landed gentry of Barbados. In June 2022, the series was renewed for a second season which premiered on Max on October 5, 2023.

The first season premiered on Maon HBO Max and received positive reviews, including praise for its LGBTQ+ representation. Set in the early 18th century during the Golden Age of Piracy, the series follows the misadventures of gentleman-turned-pirate Stede Bonnet ( Rhys Darby) and his crew aboard the Revenge as they try to make a name for themselves as pirates and cross paths with famed pirate captain Blackbeard ( Taika Waititi).

Our Flag Means Death is an American period romantic comedy television series created by David Jenkins.

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