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The pirate adventures of Captain Flint and his men twenty years prior to Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic “Treasure Island.” Flint, the most brilliant and most feared pirate captain of his day, takes on a fast-talking young addition to his crew who goes by the name John Silver. Threatened with extinction on all sides, they fight for the survival of New Providence Island, the most notorious criminal haven of its day – a debauched paradise teeming with pirates, prostitutes, thieves and fortune seekers, a place defined by both its enlightened ideals and its stunning brutality.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Black Sails is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Philo, STARZ, STARZ (Via Amazon Prime), STARZ (Via Hulu), Spectrum On Demand, YouTube TV, Plex, Prime Video, and The Roku Channel in United States. You can also rent or buy it from Google Play, Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
The pirate adventures of Captain Flint and his men twenty years prior to Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic “Treasure Island.” Flint, the most brilliant and most feared pirate captain of his day, takes on a fast-talking young addition to his crew who goes by the name John Silver. Threatened with extinction on all sides, they fight for the survival of New Providence Island, the most notorious criminal haven of its day – a debauched paradise teeming with pirates, prostitutes, thieves and fortune seekers, a place defined by both its enlightened ideals and its stunning brutality.
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Episode 1
Flint and his crew wage war against the world. Eleanor receives an offer of clemency. Vane objects to Rackham's methods. One of Nassau's most notorious returns.
Directed by Alik SakharovWritten by Robert Levine, Jonathan E. SteinbergGuest stars Luke Roberts, Louise Barnes, Craig Jackson, Richard Lothian, André Jacobs, Patrick Lyster, Alistair Moulton Black, Laudo Liebenberg
Episode 2
The Walrus crew battles the elements. Teach and Rackham have a disagreement. Rogers and Eleanor set terms for their partnership. Bonny fears for her future with Max.
Directed by Lukas EttlinWritten by Jonathan E. Steinberg, Brad KaneGuest stars Luke Roberts, Louise Barnes, Craig Jackson, Anna-Louise Plowman, Richard Lothian, André Jacobs, Lise Slabber, Patrick Lyster
Episode 3
Stranded at sea, Flint pushes Silver to his limit. As Nassau prepares to repel an invasion, Rackham takes the reins, while Max gets her house in order. To stave off defeat, Vane makes a difficult choice.
Directed by Stefan SchwartzWritten by Jonathan E. Steinberg, Dan ShotzGuest stars Luke Roberts, Louise Barnes, Craig Jackson, Anna-Louise Plowman, Richard Lothian, André Jacobs, Patrick Lyster, Laudo Liebenberg
Episode 4
Civilization returns to Nassau, and sets its sights on Vane. Flint, Silver and Billy encounter a new enemy. Rackham takes a stand against his crew. Scott finds his place in the new regime.
Directed by Steve BoyumWritten by Jonathan E. Steinberg, Lisa Schultz BoydGuest stars Luke Roberts, Louise Barnes, Craig Jackson, Anna-Louise Plowman, Moshidi Motshegwa, Richard Lothian, André Jacobs, Patrick Lyster
Episode 5
Facing certain death, Silver pushes Flint to take action. Teach shows Vane a way forward. A new threat puts Eleanor and Rogers on notice. Max makes her play.
Directed by Alik SakharovWritten by Robert Levine, Jonathan E. SteinbergGuest stars Luke Roberts, Louise Barnes, Craig Jackson, Anna-Louise Plowman, Moshidi Motshegwa, Richard Lothian, Lise Slabber, Patrick Lyster
Episode 6
Flint challenges Teach over the future of piracy. Rogers makes an arrest. Rackham finds new purpose. Madi comes to Silver's aid.
Directed by Lukas EttlinWritten by Dan ShotzGuest stars Luke Roberts, Craig Jackson, Anna-Louise Plowman, Moshidi Motshegwa, Richard Lothian, Sylvaine Strike, Lise Slabber, Patrick Lyster
Episode 7
Flint and Silver return to Nassau, and a legend is born. A change in terms puts Rackham and Bonny in jeopardy. Vane’s mission evolves. Eleanor confides in Rogers.
Directed by Rob BaileyWritten by Josh Rothenberger, Marc BerzenskiGuest stars Luke Roberts, Roland Reed, Craig Jackson, Moshidi Motshegwa, Richard Lothian, Lise Slabber, Patrick Lyster, Fiona Ramsay
Episode 8
Rogers comes under attack while moving a prisoner. Violence erupts on the Walrus. Silver and Madi are put to a test. Billy sees a new role for himself in the coming battle.
Directed by Stefan SchwartzWritten by Evan BleiweissGuest stars Luke Roberts, Richard Lothian, André Jacobs, Patrick Lyster, Chris Fisher, Laudo Liebenberg, Jason Cope, Zethu Dlomo-Mphahlele
Episode 9
Eleanor puts everything on the line to save Rogers. Billy recruits allies. Flint and Silver prepare for war.
Directed by Steve BoyumWritten by Brad Kane, Brad Kane, Tyler Van PattenGuest stars Luke Roberts, Craig Jackson, Anna-Louise Plowman, Moshidi Motshegwa, Richard Lothian, André Jacobs, Lise Slabber, Patrick Lyster
Episode 10
Rogers and his forces come for the pirates. Rackham and Bonny face impossible odds. Silver demands answers from Flint. Billy crowns a king.
Directed by Alik SakharovWritten by Robert Levine, Jonathan E. SteinbergGuest stars Luke Roberts, Craig Jackson, Moshidi Motshegwa, André Jacobs, Lise Slabber, Patrick Lyster, Fiona Ramsay, Chris Fisher
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Toby StephensCaptain James Flint
Luke ArnoldJohn Silver
Hannah NewEleanor Guthrie
Jessica Parker KennedyMax
Toby SchmitzJack Rackham
Tom HopperWilliam "Billy Bones" Manderly
Zach McGowanCaptain Charles Vane
Clara PagetAnne Bonny
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