Crossbones (show, nbc, episode, famous)

[John F S]

"Crossbones" premieres this Friday on NBC. I could have sworn that last week the title of this show was "Blackbeard" - but whatever.
It is about the famous pirate. Does this sound like something that you will have any interest in?

[NMNan]

I'll check it out.
It's kind of an odd idea for a show though. But who knows? Could be a hit. John Malkovich is no slacker.

Arrrrgghhh.
(had to do it )

[SabresFanInSA]

Im on the fence about this one. It's a cool idea, but Im not sure it can be effectively pulled off on network tv.

[IXCell]

Yeah, I cant say I think this will be good...

[Mark S.]

I'll check out the first episode anyway. I'm skeptical that NBC can pull off a good pirate show, but who knows?

[Blinx]

I don't get it -- Malkovich is Blackbeard. Looks NOTHING like a traditional Blackbeard. Is this him in retirement?

[Mark S.]

Originally Posted by Blinx

I don't get it -- Malkovich is Blackbeard. Looks NOTHING like a traditional Blackbeard. Is this him in retirement?

I think this show is playing very fast and loose with the history. I'm pretty sure Blackbeard was already dead by the time this story takes place.

[John F S]

He lived from 1680 - 1718.

[IXCell]

They probably are going to stretch the legend a bit...

[Camper1]

I thought I was the only one that caught the name change.
I'll be watching. Hope JM doesn't disappoint!