Archive · 2 Oct 2025
Frank Lammers to Star in Pirate Drama 'Salé'
Get ready for a swashbuckling pirate adventure!
The series 'Salé' tells the story of a Dutch sea captain named Jan Janszoon, who becomes a powerful pirate admiral.
Actor Frank Lammers, known from 'Undercover' and 'Ferry,' will play this role.
The show is set in the 17th century around North Africa.
The story also follows an Icelandic mother and daughter captured and sold into slavery.
They have to survive while navigating this new and dangerous world.
The show will film in Iceland and Morocco and is set for release in 2027.
This big-budget series promises a unique look at a lesser-known part of history.
Frank Lammers will star in the pirate drama 'Salé'.
The series is set in 17th century North Africa.
The story is inspired by the real-life Dutch captain Jan Janszoon.
Filming locations will include Iceland and Morocco.
The show is planned for release in Q3 2027.
- Who
- Frank Lammers will lead the cast as Jan Janszoon.
- What
- A pirate drama series titled 'Salé' is in production.
- When
- Set in 1627 and planned for release in Q3 2027.
- Where
- Filming locations include Iceland and Morocco. The story is set in North Africa.
- Why
- To tell a dramatic story based on historical events, exploring themes of ambition and adaptability.
- Title
- Salé
- Star
- Frank Lammers
- Setting
- 17th century North Africa
- Production Companies
- Film Partner Iceland, LittleBig Productions
- Budget
- €15M ($17.6M) per season
- Release
- Q3 2027 (planned)