Depp to Return as Jack Sparrow?

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It’s possible that Johnny Depp is on the brink of a surprising return to the “Pirates of the Caribbean” series, as suggested in recent reports. Although he was removed from the Disney franchise due to his legal disputes with ex-wife Amber Heard, there are indications that Depp may complete his resurgence by reprising his role as Jack Sparrow for a sixth “Pirates” film.

As reported by The Express, discussions are almost finalized for Johnny Depp to return to Disney’s popular Pirates of the Caribbean series, with talks said to be in an advanced stage. This news might seem surprising given Depp’s recent controversies and his previous statements about refusing to work with Disney again following the way they handled accusations against him regarding “wife-beating” and subsequent legal proceedings.

According to the report, a “high-ranking official” has verified that Depp has held discussions with Disney executives. Furthermore, the official stated that the agreement between them is almost finalized. The official added:

The plan is set, and Disney considers this as a fresh start for Johnny’s series, implying there will be numerous opportunities for additional episodes. Remarkably, they had two scripts prepared – one specifically tailored for Johnny, another not – and they are now ready to abandon the one without him.

As a passionate cinephile, I’m thrilled by the news that if this deal materializes, we might see Pirates of the Caribbean 6 as early as Easter 2026! This means production needs to kick off in the coming weeks to even have a chance of meeting such an ambitious release timeline.

The ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Franchise Has a Murky Future

After the release of “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales” (known as “Salazar’s Revenge” in some regions), it appeared that the swashbuckling series was facing a rough patch, with poor reviews and legal troubles for its star, Johnny Depp. Nevertheless, there have been whispers in recent times that, much like the legendary ship Flying Dutchman, the “Pirates” franchise could rise from the depths once more, potentially in one of several forms.

Two main possibilities have surfaced in relation to this franchise, both hinted at by the unnamed executive’s reference to two distinct scenarios. Previously, long-term producer Jerry Bruckheimer has spoken about these possibilities, mentioning that there are scripts available for a fresh start of the series (with Margot Robbie as a potential lead) and a sequel where Johnny Depp reprises his role.

Bruckheimer expresses his desire that Johnny Depp reprises his role as Jack Sparrow to continue the franchise. If these latest rumors are accurate, it seems the extraordinary fortune of both the character Jack Sparrow and the actor who portrays him might still have a few more twists left.

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2025-04-20 04:32