

12 Paces without a Head (2009)
The era of the feared sea pirates Klaus Störtebeker and Gödeke Michels is coming to an end. After a long period with no booty at last a bulging ship appears on the horizon. However, Störtebeker is badly wounded in the attempted capture and the pirates suffer ignominious defeat. Not only their ship is down the drain - Störtebeker himself is suddenly plagued by anxiety and doubt about his very existence as a pirate. He is drawn to the beautiful country girl Bille, while Michels gets rebuffed by the friesian princess Okka. In the very moment that the crew have mutinied and co-captain Michels is literally at the end of his tether, they discover on board their ramshackle old tub a most unique wonder weapon. Glory days are quickly revived - until the mighty Hanse consolidate their power and weaponry and go to war against the pirates. Störtebeker and Michels are forced to decide: To live as a farmer or to die as a pirate.12 Paces without a Head featuring Ronald Zehrfeld and Matthias Schweighöfer is not currently available to stream, rent, or buy but you can add it to your want to see list for updates. It's an action & adventure and biography movie with a less than average IMDb audience rating of 5.4 (439 votes).
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12 Paces without a Head offers a unique blend of genres, combining elements of comedy, biography, and action & adventure. This mix ensures a varied and entertaining viewing experience.
The movie provides an intriguing look into the era of sea pirates, specifically focusing on the characters of Klaus Störtebeker and Gödeke Michels. Their personal struggles and existential crises add depth to the narrative.
The plot of 12 Paces without a Head is filled with unexpected twists and turns, including a unique wonder weapon and a war against the mighty Hanse. These elements keep the audience engaged and on the edge of their seats.
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12 Paces without a Head has a less than average IMDb audience rating of 5.4 (439 votes). The movie is popular with Reelgood users lately.

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The era of the feared sea pirates Klaus Störtebeker and Gödeke Michels is coming to an end. After a long period with no booty at last a bulging ship appears on the horizon. However, Störtebeker is badly wounded in the attempted capture and the pirates suffer ignominious defeat. Not only their ship is down the drain - Störtebeker himself is suddenly plagued by anxiety and doubt about his very existence as a pirate. He is drawn to the beautiful country girl Bille, while Michels gets rebuffed by the friesian princess Okka. In the very moment that the crew have mutinied and co-captain Michels is literally at the end of his tether, they discover on board their ramshackle old tub a most unique wonder weapon. Glory days are quickly revived - until the mighty Hanse consolidate their power and weaponry and go to war against the pirates. Störtebeker and Michels are forced to decide: To live as a farmer or to die as a pirate.