The movie was directed by Paul Greengrass, who is known for his work on films such as "United 93" and "The Bourne Supremacy". Greengrass' direction was widely praised for its realism and attention to detail, and the movie was nominated for several awards, including six Academy Award nominations.

The movie "Captain Phillips" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release. The film holds a 93% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics praising Tom Hanks' performance as Captain Phillips. The movie was also a commercial success, grossing over $219 million at the box office.

The movie "Captain Phillips" is based on the true story of the MV Maersk Alabama, a container ship that was hijacked by Somali pirates on April 8, 2009. The ship was traveling from Salalah, Oman to Mombasa, Kenya when it was attacked by four pirates who had set out from Somalia on a small boat. The pirates, who were armed with AK-47s and a rocket-propelled grenade, were able to board the ship and take control of it.