Mr. Benn (1971)

Episode Overview

Title: Pirate Plot: Following a suggestion from the shopkeeper, Mr. Benn dons a pirate costume and finds himself aboard a ship led by the fierce Captain Tempest. When the lookout spots another ship sailing nearby, the captain commands his crew to seize it for treasure. Surprisingly, the crew hesitates to follow through with the captain's orders, allowing the other ship to escape. Mr. Benn discovers that the pirates have no desire to live a life of crime and are eager to find a way to avoid preying on innocent sailors.