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Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Johnny Depp open to Pirates of the Caribbean 6 return on one condition
Pirates of the Caribbean 6 remains in development, but producer Jerry Bruckheimer has confirmed that Johnny Depp is open to returning as Captain Jack Sparrow—if the script is to his liking. The franchise began as a Disneyland attraction before achieving worldwide success with Gore Verbinski's 2003 film The Curse of the Black Pearl. Depp's portrayal of Sparrow became a defining element of the series, which saw Verbinski direct the next two sequels before different directors took over for the fourth and fifth films. A sixth instalment has faced delays since 2018 due to creative changes, script rewrites, and Depp's high-profile legal dispute with ex-wife Amber Heard. Depp was dropped from the role during the controversy, but after the trial concluded with a jury finding Heard liable for defamation, public perception shifted. During the trial, Depp had said 'nothing on this earth' would make him return to the role, 'even if Disney presented me with $300 million and a million alpacas.' However, in a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bruckheimer revealed that the actor is willing to discuss a comeback. 'If he likes the way the part's written, I think he would do it. It's all about what's on the page, as we all know,' Bruckheimer said. He also confirmed Pirates 6 will be a reboot but expressed his preference for Depp's involvement. 'If it was up to me, he would be in it. I love him. He's a good friend. He's an amazing artist and he's a unique look. He created Captain Jack,' Bruckheimer noted, recalling Depp's unique blend of influences in shaping the character.
Newsweek
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Jerry Bruckheimer Teases Johnny Depp Return for 'Pirates' Reboot
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Johnny Depp famously said he wouldn't work for Disney again, even for "$300 million and a million alpacas," but according to producer Jerry Bruckheimer, Depp may just be changing his mind. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bruckheimer said he's been talking to Depp and the actor just might be willing to return to the role of Captain Jack Sparrow. "If he likes the way the part's written, I think he would do it," Bruckheimer told EW. "It's all about what's on the page, as we all know." Read More: 'The Naked Gun' Early Reactions Are Overwhelmingly One-Sided As for exactly what's on the page, Bruckheimer said he's hopeful. "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales" writer Jeff Nathanson has been working on the script for "Pirates 6," and Bruckheimer said the screenplay is close to ready. Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow. Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow. Walt Disney Pictures "I think he's cracked it," Bruckheimer said. "He's got an amazing third act. We just gotta clean up the first and second, and then we'll get there. But he wrote a great, great third act." One interesting thing about Bruckheimer's interest in bringing Depp back is that he's confirmed "Pirates of the Caribbean 6" will reboot the franchise. "It's a reboot, but if it was up to me, [Depp] would be in it," Bruckheimer said. "I love him. He's a good friend. He's an amazing artist, and he's a unique look. He created Captain Jack. That was not on the page; that was him doing a little Pepé Le Pew and Keith Richards. That was his interpretation of Jack Sparrow." Nor is this the first time Bruckheimer has talked about bring back previous "Pirates" actors for the reboot. Asked in June if the new film would be all new actors, Bruckheimer said, "Well, not all new actors. We'll have some back ... I'm not going to tell you which ones — you'll have to guess." That same month, Orlando Bloom teased idea of getting "the band back together," when he said, "Well, I don't know, I can't say anything at the moment because I really don't know, but there's definitely availability. I think they're trying to work out what it would all look like, I personally think it'd be great to get the band back together. That would be great, but there are always different ideas, and so we'll see where it lands." More Movie News: Eddie Murphy Cast As Inspector Clouseau in 'Pink Panther' Reboot 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' First Look Trailer Teases War Between the Na'vi Guillermo del Toro's 'Frankenstein' First Look Reveals the Monster
Pink Villa
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Will Johnny Depp Return as Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean 6? Producer Hints at Original Cast's Comeback
The Pirates of the Caribbean is one of the most loved movie franchises amongst moviegoers. With the movie being in production for the past few years, the fans have been wondering if it will be released this year or next. They are also curious whether Johnny Depp will return to the screens as Jack Sparrow. Amid the doubts, Jerry Bruckheimer, the producer of the film franchise, sat down to converse with Screen Rant, where he spilled the beans over the upcoming movie. The producer dropped hints at some of the old cast members returning to the franchise, but he did not confirm the names. Bruckheimer also revealed the status of the film. He said that the script of the movie is currently in the works. Will Johnny Depp return as Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean 6? According to the media reports, Johnny Depp was released from the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise following Amber Heard's allegations of abuse against the actor. After Disney dropped Depp from the film, he revealed during his court trial that he had no interest in returning. With the statements by the movie star, the fans might be disappointed, but it would be interesting to watch who fills Depp's shoes in the new film. As for the producer, speaking to the media portal, Bruckheimer shared, 'We're working on a screenplay. Hopefully we'll get it right—and then we'll make it. We really want to make it, that's for sure,' referring to the progress in filming. He further added that the movie will be a new take on the franchise. When asked if the whole of the cast was new, or if anybody was to reprise their roles, Bruckheimer said, 'Well, not all new actors. We'll have some back. I'm not going to tell you which ones—you'll have to guess.' Hence, the producer's comments mean that Pirates of the Caribbean 6 is still in the early stages of development. The previous movies of the franchise revolved mainly around the characters of Jack Sparrow, Will Turner, and Elizabeth Swann. Moreover, the fifth installment, Dead Men Tell No Tales, laid out a few possibilities of the upcoming movie going in various directions. Further details for Pirates of the Caribbean 6 will be rolled out soon.
Newsweek
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Pirates of the Caribbean Producer Confirms Returning Cast
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors It's been eight years since "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales", and the sixth movie has been in development ever since. Now, thanks to an interview with ScreenRant, we know a little bit more about the long-brewing sequel. According to "Pirates" producer Jerry Bruckheimer, "Pirates of the Caribbean 6" will be a new take on the franchise, but it will also bring back some of the fan-favorite cast. Bruckheimer was mum about who exactly is coming back, however. Read More: 'Star Trek' Icon Teases Possible 'Spaceballs 2' Return Asked about "Pirates 6" while promoting the upcoming "F1", Bruckheimer told ScreenRant, "We're working on a screenplay. Hopefully we'll get it right — and then we'll make it. We really want to make it, that's for sure." Asked if it would be a continuation or not, Bruckheimer answered, "It'll be a new take on it." "New take, new actors?" the interviewer asked. Bruckheimer responded, "Well, not all new actors. We'll have some back ... I'm not going to tell you which ones — you'll have to guess." Bruckheimer's words on the subject seem to confirm that while "Pirates of the Caribbean 6" will be a "new take" on the franchise, it won't completely reboot the story considering some of the same actors are returning. A wealth of actors have jumped in and out of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise since the 2003 debut of "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl", but no doubt there are three actors in particular most fans are wondering about: Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley, and Johnny Depp. Bloom himself recently commented on the possibility of returning to the franchise and seemed to like the idea of all three coming back. "Well, I don't know, I can't say anything at the moment because I really don't know, but there's definitely availability," Bloom said. "I think they're trying to work out what it would all look like, I personally think it'd be great to get the band back together. That would be great, but there are always different ideas, and so we'll see where it lands." Regardless of where it lands there is no doubt plenty of interest in seeing a new "Pirates of the Caribbean" on the big screen. The five previous movies pulled in a total of $4.5 billion at the box office. More Movies: Glenn Close Joins 'The Hunger Games' 'Naked Gun' Reboot Trailer Shares First Look at Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson Team Up
