Syringed with a more blatant, maximalist sense of humor than the 2014 original, it’s a swift, often endearing watch, one which vitally keeps audiences engaged over the meaty near 130-minute runtime.

A swashbuckling good time that overcomes its flaws thanks to its charm.

The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure has plenty of slapstick comedy and smart-aleck dialog that add a breezy feel to the epic, fast-paced story with big special effects, well-choreographed fights, exciting battles, and a charismatic cast.

Sword Fights on the decks of ships? Treasure maps? Mysterious islands shrouded by fearsome storms? The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure has it all, and a charismatic cast to boot.