Carina Smyth

A brilliant astronomer who was also suspected of being a witch, and a pirate heroine

The heroine of the fifth Pirates of the Caribbean film. A knowledgeable astronomer who also excels as a pirate. She is suspected of being a witch but is also a seeker of truth.

Quotes

  • Knowledge is power, and power is freedom.
  • I am not a witch, I am a scholar.
  • The stars do not lie.
  • I will prove my father's name is clean.
  • The truth is written in the heavens.

Trivia

  • Carina is an unusual combination of astronomer and pirate, a rare intelligent female character in the series.
  • It is said that Kaya Scodelario studied astronomy for the role.
  • She has a witch image but is actually emphasized as a scientist.
  • There are many scenes unraveling her father's trial records and history.
  • She holds an astronomical telescope multiple times in the film.

Alternate names

Carina Smyth Astronomer Carina Witch's Daughter

Tags

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Profile

Species
human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
An intelligent and elegant young woman. She has long brown hair and clear brown eyes. She has a brisk, adventurer-like movement and a calm demeanor.
Height
約165cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Brown
Distinguishing features
  • intelligent gaze
  • astronomy-related accessories
  • pirate-style clothing
Iconic items
  • astronomy book
  • reflecting telescope
  • pirate hat
  • map
  • pendant suggesting witchcraft

Personality and abilities

Core personality
intelligent
Detailed personality
Logical and inquisitive, boldly tackling difficulties. She has a strong will to stick to her beliefs without yielding to past prejudices or misunderstandings. While honest and serious, she sometimes interjects humor into conversations.
Keywords
  • intellectual
  • brave
  • curious
  • honest
  • persistent
Motto
The truth can never be hidden
Talents
  • astronomy knowledge
  • mathematical talent
  • academic research
  • insight
  • dexterous hands
Skills
  • navigation
  • deciphering
  • swordsmanship
  • combat techniques
  • survival knowledge
Motivation
She wants to prove her father's innocence and seize her freedom with her own abilities. Pursuing the truth and restoring her family's honor are her major goals.
Habits
Her speech is polite and precise. She has a habit of pulling out astronomical diagrams to explain when in trouble.
Favorite foods
tea, apple pie
Hobbies
stargazing, historical research, reading
Favorite colors
navy blue, deep green
Favorite places
library, starry sky on deck
Music
classical music
Disliked situations
prejudice against ignorance, deception, injustice
Disliked foods
coarse meals
Disliked weather
storms

History

Backstory
Her father was executed as a witch, and she travels to clear his name by deciphering the astronomical clues he left behind. She possesses both scholarly knowledge and fighting skills, excelling as a pirate.
Debut date
May 26, 2017
Work title
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
Media type
Movie

Father's honor restoration

Significant event
Father's honor restoration
Description
She struggles to restore the honor of her father, who was misunderstood and executed as a witch, through her own efforts.

Pirate ship adventure

Significant event
Pirate ship adventure
Description
She sails with Jack Sparrow and others, overcoming numerous crises.

Clearing the witch suspicion

Significant event
Clearing the witch suspicion
Description
Though reviled as the daughter of a witch, she succeeds in revealing the truth and clearing the suspicion.

Relationships

Edward Smyth

Father

Deceased father. Misunderstood and executed as a witch, but left deep knowledge behind. The driving force behind Carina's actions.

Jack Sparrow

Teammate

Traveled the seas together and overcame dangerous adventures side by side.

Henry Turner

Ally

Companions who share fate and help each other.

pirates

pirates: unknown

Media appearances

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

Movie / Protagonist

2017 theatrical release

Voice cast and creators

Chiaki Horan

Voice actor
Chiaki Horan
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Japanese dub

Kaya Scodelario

Voice actor
Kaya Scodelario
Language
English
Version or series
theatrical version
Notes
Original English lead voice actress

Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio

Creator name
Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio
Role
Original author

Related goods

Carina Smyth figure

Item name
Carina Smyth figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Pirates of the Caribbean Astronomy Set

Item name
Pirates of the Caribbean Astronomy Set
Category
Accessory
Availability
Limited

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