The series is loosely based on the life of Stede Bonnet, also known as the "Gentleman Pirate" The first season premiered March 2022 on HBO Max, with a second season that premiered October 2023 on the renamed Max streaming service. In January 2024, the series was canceled after two seasons.
The series is loosely based on the life of Stede Bonnet, also known as the "Gentleman Pirate" Set in 1717, the first season depicts the early days of Bonnet's career as a pirate.