The last Popeye cartoon produced for theaters.
A more mid-century looking (and more stylishly attired) Olive Oyl refers to watching television, although this short was originally shown in theaters
From the 16th century date on the ship's prow, the accents of the ghostly crew and the jar of Ye King's Spinach, one may presume the ship was likely English in origin.
Popeye grabs a passing swordfish to help free himself from the rope.
The ghost crew is drawn a bit like the Ghostly Trio from Casper comics.