The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A VeggieTales Movie (2007)

39% of critics liked it
(33 reviews)
61% of users liked it
(78,560 ratings)

Everyone's favorite produce pals set out to seek their fortune on the open seas in this animated adventure from the folks who brought viewers Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie. Elliot, Sedgewick, and George (Larry the Cucumber, Mr. Lunt, and Pa Grape) are all busboys at the Pieces of Ate Dinner Theater,… More Everyone's favorite produce pals set out to seek their fortune on the open seas in this animated adventure from the folks who brought viewers Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie. Elliot, Sedgewick, and George (Larry the Cucumber, Mr. Lunt, and Pa Grape) are all busboys at the Pieces of Ate Dinner Theater, and all long for the day when they can cease cleaning tables and step into the spotlight. If Elliot could overcome his timidity, Sedgewick could muster some motivation, and George could only boost of self-confidence a bit, perhaps their dreams of starring in the big pirate show could finally come true. When a mysterious artifact known as the "Helpseeker" falls from the sky searching for three heroes to embark on a treacherous quest back to the 17th century, Elliot, Sedgewick, and George must choose between traveling back in time to rescue a royal family from a dangerous despot or spending the rest of their lives lazily lounging around on the couch. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: G, 1 hr. 25 min.
Directed By: Mike Nawrocki
Written By: Phil Vischer
Genres: Action & Adventure, Animation, Kids & Family

In Theaters: Jan 11, 2008 Wide
On DVD: Oct 14, 2008
Studio: Universal Pictures

Critic Reviews

Claudia Puig, USA Today
The trio learns that heroes come in all sizes, hardly a revelation to audiences of any age.
Neil Genzlinger, New York Times
This is no savvy Toy Story. It's a boilerplate plot like one you might find in any morning cartoon.
Lou Lumenick, New York Post
I've seen more exciting no-smoking announcements in theaters.
Elizabeth Weitzman, New York Daily News
Aside from the fun musical scenes, the script is pretty lackluster, and the animation could generously be described as old-fashioned.
Kevin Crust, Los Angeles Times
A gentle adventure-comedy that sails a heroes' journey so straight and true that Joseph Campbell would smile.
Luke Sader, Hollywood Reporter
Pirates scores with adventure, humor and a morality tale rather than a standard biblical message.
Austin Kennedy, Sin Magazine
While the movie is harmless, it lacks a certain spark to be really entertaining. Lots of the jokes are flat and obvious, without being awful.
Kevin McCarthy, BDK Reviews
Not only did I want to go to sleep the entire time, but I wouldn't watch this movie again if you told me my life depended on it.
Linda Cook, Quad City Times (Davenport, IA)
Ahoy! There be decent family fare among the January junk seas!
Marjorie Baumgarten, Austin Chronicle
As I wasn't expecting much, I must say that Pirates doesn't disappoint.
Jim Lane, Sacramento News & Review
...harmless fun for small kids...
Cynthia Fuchs, PopMatters
Young children appreciate all the bouncing shapes and bright colors (speaking of which, you might wonder why Robert the Terrible is a darker shade of green than any of his relatives), but anyone over six will be bored early and often.
Ken Hanke, Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)
I kept hoping someone would arrive on the scene with a Veg-O-Matic and put a stop to it.
S. Jhoanna Robledo, Common Sense Media
Like steamed veggies: Good for you, but bland.
Larry Ratliff, San Antonio Express-News
The notion of no arms, especially when they're sword fighting and the swords just sort of float in front of their bodies, seems like a long way to go to establish unique cartoon characters.
Kevin Carr, Film School Rejects
While there's adventure and clever gags... I could have done with a little more silliness and some more songs like 'The Hairbrush Song' and 'Bellybutton.'
Nell Minow, Beliefnet
The colorful but limited animation can seem static on the big screen, but the gentle humor and equally gentle lessons will appeal to younger children and long-time fans.
Tasha Robinson, AV Club
It's full of mild goofiness and equally mild messages about believing in yourself. It's all good-natured enough. It just isn't actually good.
Betty Jo Tucker, ReelTalk Movie Reviews
Will probably bring more tiny buccaneers into the VeggieTales fold, but some adult viewers may feel like walking the plank before the film is over.
Brian Orndorf, eFilmCritic.com
I have to admit that this animated VeggieTales endeavor is far more entertaining and artistically competent than anything offered in the last two Pirates of the Caribbean movies.

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Michael E

good fun for childeren, but lets be honest, the only thing keeping people watching is the pirates and THE GIANT FREAKING ROBOT DRAGON
Douglas W C

Would give it ten stars if I cound!
William G

It's "Galaxy Quest," but with salad. More than a little surreal, and slightly snarky.
Jay R

good stuff... very funny... very well done, great story, lots of funny moments, good morals and character...