What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedOur Flag Means Death
David Jenkins · Series · 2022
If you loved Our Flag Means Death, start with The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists! (Peter Lord, 2012) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 films and 2 podcasts, each matched to Our Flag Means Death across media.
You loved the way Our Flag Means Death makes the high-stakes world of high-seas adventure feel like a dysfunctional, hilarious workplace comedy.
Books on the same thread
Captain Blood
Rafael Sabatini · Book · 2019
Explores: Revenge, Man Against the System, Redemption.
If the gentleman pirate life in Our Flag Means Death drew you in, you will appreciate this classic swashbuckler for its similar focus on redemption and the struggle against systems.
Master and Commander
Patrick O'Brian · Book · 2007
Explores: Friendship, Naval Warfare, Social Class.
The bond between Stede and Blackbeard in Our Flag Means Death finds a compelling, more traditional counterpart in the deep, evolving friendship between the leads of this nautical historical series.
The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi
Shannon Chakraborty · Book
Explores: found family, retirement and legacy, supernatural folklore.
Like the crew of the Revenge in Our Flag Means Death, this story centers on the dynamics of found family and the complex legacy of those who choose a pirate life.
Redshirts
John Scalzi · Book · 2012
Explores: Self-Awareness, Existentialism, Breaking the Fourth Wall.
If the meta-humor and workplace absurdity of Our Flag Means Death kept you watching, this parody of sci-fi tropes offers a similarly sharp, self-aware look at the lives of expendable crew.
Films on the same thread
What We Do in the Shadows
Jemaine Clement · Film · 2014
Explores: Vampires, Modern Life, Housemates.
The comedic fish-out-of-water energy that defines Our Flag Means Death is perfectly mirrored in this mockumentary about supernatural beings trying to navigate the mundane realities of modern housemate life.
The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists!
Peter Lord · Film · 2012
Shares a thread with Our Flag Means Death: Historical Parody.
This film captures the same spirit of historical parody and underdog camaraderie found in Our Flag Means Death, focusing on an enthusiastic, rag-tag crew chasing their own absurd pirate dreams.
Galaxy Quest
Dean Parisot · Film · 1999
Shares a thread with Our Flag Means Death: Fish Out of Water.
Much like the crew in Our Flag Means Death, these characters navigate the blurred lines between performance and reality while dealing with the absurdity of their own professional expectations.
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl
Gore Verbinski · Film · 2003
Explores: Good vs Evil, Redemption, Greed.
For those who enjoyed the supernatural swashbuckling of Our Flag Means Death, this film provides a grander, action-packed take on the pirate life, complete with redemption arcs and cursed ships.
Podcasts on the same thread
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend
Team Coco & Earwolf · Podcast · 2026
Explores: parasocial relationships, professional intimacy, self-deprecating humor.
This podcast explores the same themes of professional intimacy and the search for genuine connection seen in Our Flag Means Death, stripping away the hierarchy for raw, self-deprecating conversation.
Stugotz and Company
iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: absurdism, unfiltered opinion, camaraderie.
The irreverent, improvised camaraderie that defines the crew in Our Flag Means Death is echoed here, offering listeners a dose of absurdity and unfiltered nonsense from a close-knit group.
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Common questions
Is Our Flag Means Death based on a true story?
Our Flag Means Death is a television series created by David Jenkins that premiered in 2022. It follows the fictionalized adventures of Stede Bonnet, a gentleman who abandons his life to become a pirate captain and eventually crosses paths with the infamous Captain Blackbeard on his ship, the Revenge.
What is the premise of Our Flag Means Death?
Our Flag Means Death centers on Stede Bonnet, a gentleman turned pirate who struggles to lead his mutinous crew on the ship named Revenge. His life and fortunes shift significantly after he experiences a fateful encounter with the legendary pirate captain known as Blackbeard while navigating the high seas.
Who is the creator of Our Flag Means Death?
The television series Our Flag Means Death was created by David Jenkins. Released in 2022, the show follows the story of Stede Bonnet as he attempts to command the pirate ship Revenge and manage his crew following a life-changing meeting with the infamous Captain Blackbeard.
Does Our Flag Means Death feature Captain Blackbeard?
Yes, Captain Blackbeard is a central figure in Our Flag Means Death. After Stede Bonnet trades his life as a gentleman for a career as a buccaneer on the ship Revenge, he has a fateful run-in with Blackbeard that alters the course of his pirate journey.