The Black Galley
movie

Released July 09, 1962
Overview
Antwerp at the end of the 16th century. For the second time, the city falls into the hands of the plundering and murdering Spaniards. Jan and Myga are just ten years old. While Myga's father tries to come to terms with the Spaniards, Jan leaves the occupied country with his father. When Jan has grown into a young man, he joins the Geusen and is entrusted with the best ship as helmsman, the "Black Galley". He survives numerous battles and dangers, but one day he is captured by the Spanish. He frees not only himself but also his beloved Myga from the hands of the enemy. In 1609, the Spaniards are forced to finally recognize the independence of the northern provinces.
Runtime
1h 39m
Origin Country
Germany
Original Language
German
Original Title
Die schwarze Galeere
Status
Released
Production Countries
- Germany
- East Germany
Spoken Languages
- Deutsch (German)
Production Companies
DEFA
Germany