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Crossbones

Series Overview

It's 1715 on the Bahamian island of New Providence, the first functioning democracy in the Americas, where the diabolical pirate Edward Teach, a.k.a. Blackbeard, reigns over a rogue nation of thieves, outlaws and miscreant sailors. Part shantytown, part marauder's paradise, this is a place like no other on earth - and a mounting threat to international commerce. To gain control of this fearsome society, Tom Lowe, a highly skilled undercover assassin, is sent to the buccaneers' haven to take down the brilliant and charismatic Blackbeard. But the closer Lowe gets, the more he finds that his quest is not so simple. Lowe can't help but admire the political ideals of Blackbeard, whose thirst for knowledge knows no bounds - and no law. But Lowe is not the only danger to Blackbeard's rule. He is a man with many villainous rivals and one great weakness - a passionately driven woman whom he cannot deny.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

CanceledScripted
Original Network
NBC
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 9 Episodes

42 min per episode

Air Date Window

2014 – 2014

Premiered: Fri, May 30, 2014

Created By
Neil CrossNeil Cross

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, Aug 2, 2014

Season 1, Episode 9: “Blackbeard”

Blackbeard risks everything against William Jagger's frenzied attack in the season finale. A torn Lowe must make crucial choices.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Crossbones Trailer (2014)

Type: Trailer • Published 2014-05-17

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Neil Cross

Screenplay & Story

Colin Woodard

Original Score & Music

Mateo Messina

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Colin Woodard

Department Leadership Roster

Mateo Messina

Mateo Messina

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Crossbones.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Crossbones

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What is Crossbones about?

It's 1715 on the Bahamian island of New Providence, the first functioning democracy in the Americas, where the diabolical pirate Edward Teach, a.k.a. Blackbeard, reigns over a rogue nation of thieves, outlaws and miscreant sailors. Part shantytown, part marauder's paradise, this is a place like no other on earth - and a mounting threat to international commerce. To gain control of this fearsome society, Tom Lowe, a highly skilled undercover assassin, is sent to the buccaneers' haven to take down the brilliant and charismatic Blackbeard. But the closer Lowe gets, the more he finds that his quest is not so simple. Lowe can't help but admire the political ideals of Blackbeard, whose thirst for knowledge knows no bounds - and no law. But Lowe is not the only danger to Blackbeard's rule. He is a man with many villainous rivals and one great weakness - a passionately driven woman whom he cannot deny.

How many seasons does Crossbones have?

Crossbones comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Crossbones?

Key cast members in Crossbones include John Malkovich, Richard Coyle, Yasmine Al Massri, David Hoflin, Claire Foy.

Who created or directed Crossbones?

Crossbones was developed and directed by Neil Cross.