The Pirogue (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2012, The Pirogue is a drama film directed by Moussa Touré, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Baye Laye is the captain of a fishing pirogue. Like many of his Senegalese compatriots, he sometimes dreams of new horizons, where he can earn a better living for his family. When he is offered to lead one of the many pirogues that head towards Europe via the Canary Island, he reluctantly accepts the job, knowing full-well the dangers that lie ahead. Leading a group of 30 men who don't all speak the same language, some of whom have never seen the sea, Baye Laye will confront many perils in order to reach the distant coasts of Europe.
Who’s in it. The Pirogue stars Souleymane Seye Ndiaye, Laïty Fall, Malamine Drame and Balla Diarra as Samba, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Pirogue has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pirogue page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pirogue tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pirogue (2012)?
- In US, The Pirogue is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Pirogue worth watching?
- The Pirogue holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pirogue?
- The Pirogue stars Souleymane Seye Ndiaye, Laïty Fall, Malamine Drame, Balla Diarra and Salif Jean Diallo.
- When was The Pirogue released?
- The Pirogue was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.