Pyrates
“Sam and Ari are getting on like a house on fire!”
Synopsis
As soon as they meet Ari and Sam get into a pretty passionate - and combustible - relationship. Indeed, the scenes of their rendezvous often seem reminiscent of the Chicago Fire. But the course of true flaming lust never runs true, and as they try to handle their all-consuming passion their two best friends endlessly meet to compare notes on developments.
Top Cast
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Kyra Sedgwick
Sam
Kevin Bacon
Ari
Bruce Payne
Liam
Kristin Dattilo
Pia
Deborah Falconer
Rivkah
Mickey Jones
Wisconsin Del
Buckley Norris
Dr. Weiss
Raymond O'Connor
Fireman
David Pressman
Carlton
Byrne Piven
Rabbi Lichenstein
Ernie Lee Banks
Wee Willie
Afton Smith
Marti
Petra Verkaik
Basia
Michael Jordan
Self (archive footage)
Bo Sharon
Cowboy Young 'Un
Daniel Ben Wilson
Indian Young 'Un
Jeff Silverman
Lawyer
William John Murphy
Neal
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 18, 1991
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Noah Stern
- Screenplay & Story
- Noah Stern
- Original Score
- Peter Himmelman
- Original Title
- Pyrates
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Act III Productions, Vestron Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Noah Stern
Noah Stern
Peter Himmelman
Janusz Kamiński
Gib Jaffe
Andrew Meyer, Jonathan Furie
Department Leadership Roster
Noah Stern
Director
Jonathan Furie
Producer
Janusz Kamiński
Director of Photography
Spiro Razatos
Stunt Coordinator
Noah Stern
Writer
Gib Jaffe
Editor
Arianne Phillips
Costume Design
Sherman Williams
Production Design
Peter Himmelman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pyrates
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pyrates about?
As soon as they meet Ari and Sam get into a pretty passionate - and combustible - relationship. Indeed, the scenes of their rendezvous often seem reminiscent of the Chicago Fire. But the course of true flaming lust never runs true, and as they try to handle their all-consuming passion their two best friends endlessly meet to compare notes on developments.
Who directed Pyrates?
Pyrates was directed by Noah Stern.
Who stars in Pyrates?
The principal cast of Pyrates includes Kyra Sedgwick, Kevin Bacon, Bruce Payne, Kristin Dattilo, Deborah Falconer.
When was Pyrates released and how long is it?
Pyrates was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Pyrates?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pyrates was composed by Peter Himmelman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pyrates?
Pyrates holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).