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Hindustan Times
12-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Johnny Depp's return as Jack Sparrow? Pirates of the Caribbean producer drops major hint
It has been more than eight years since the release of Dead Men Tell No Tales, the fifth movie in the beloved Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has now provided a major update on whether or not fans will get to see Johnny Depp in his iconic role of Captain Jack Sparrow again. Johnny Depp to return as Jack Sparrow?(X/@PoppedNews) Depp featured as Jack Sparrow for the first time in The Curse of the Black Pearl in 2003. This was followed by Dead Man's Chest in 2006, At World's End in 2007, On Stranger Tides in 2011, and Dead Men Tell No Tales in 2017. Bruckheimer told Entertainment Weekly in an interview published Tuesday that he and Depp have had a conversation about the latter reprising his iconic role in the sixth installment. This comes after the producer said he was eager to rope in the City of Lies star for the film, despite Disney parting ways with him. During his infamous trial with Amber Heard, the actor assumed that Disney might have cut ties with him, especially after the publication of a 2018 op-ed in which his former wife talked about being a victim of domestic abuse. However, the actress did not mention him by name. Johnny Depp returning as Captain Jack Sparrow? Bruckheimer told the outlet that Johnny Depp is open to the possibility of portraying the role of Jack Sparrow again. '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,' he said. Also read: Sharon Osbourne says not letting Ozzy audition for Pirates of the Caribbean was her 'biggest mistake' Discussions regarding the sixth movie in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise have been going on since 2019, but the makers have not shared any official updates. Fans would be excited to see Johnny Depp in his popular role again. In Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, Depp was joined by Geoffrey Rush, Orlando Bloom, and Keira Knightley, among others. Earlier, Bruckheimer stated that the next project in the franchise would be a reboot, besides highlighting that he would still hope to see Captain Jack Sparrow make an appearance in it. During the 2022 defamation trial, Depp mentioned in court that he would not be coming back even if they offered "$300 million and a million alpacas," as quoted by Heard's lawyer. "That is true. There was a deep and distinct sense of feeling betrayed by the people that I've worked hard for," Depp responded. FAQs Is Johnny Depp going back to Jack Sparrow? As of now, no official announcement has been made in this regard. Who will play Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean 6? Rumors are doing the rounds that Johnny Depp might be back to play the iconic role. Who was supposed to play Jack Sparrow before Johnny Depp? Several actors, including Hugh Jackman, Jim Carrey, and Robert De Niro, were considered for the role.
The Independent
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Snow White live-action remake lauded as ‘enchanting' by critics despite series of controversies
Disney 's new Snow White has left its first viewers thoroughly impressed, with many deeming it one of the studio's best live-action remakes in recent years. Directed by Marc Webb, the movie stars Rachel Zegler, 23, as the titular princess and Gal Gadot, 39, as the Evil Queen. In the lead-up to its March 21 release, Disney reportedly scaled back the film's Hollywood premiere after it had been hit with controversy over its casting of Zegler and the inclusion of the seven dwarves. Additional reports have also claimed there's 'tension' between Zegler and Gadot over their political differences. Despite the controversies, the film has left critics pleasantly surprised. 'The biggest surprise of 2025 is that the most 'controversial' and most hated film of the year is actually a decent live-action remake,' Christopher Mills of Popped News posted on X. '#SnowWhite is not only one of their best live-action remakes in years, but it's also a film that recaptures the magic of the 1937 movie. Rachel Zegler IS Snow White, and she delivers such a magical performance,' he continued, further pointing to the 'unforgettable' musical numbers, the 'enchanting' visuals, and Erin Cressida Wilson's screenplay that 'provides depth to this world that I didn't know was needed.' Variety 's Katcy Stepan similarly praised Zegler's 'graceful' and 'gentle' performance, calling her a 'shining supernova in #SnowWhite.' 'It's a visual feast with show-stopping new musical numbers and, of course, dozens of enchanting animated animals,' Stephan continued. 'The screenplay wisely gives its heroine newfound depth through her fervent desire to become the leader her father believed she could be, and a love story that's sweet as apple pie.' 'I may regret saying this but #SnowWhite is solid,' FILMHOUNDS Magazine co-founder Paul Klein added, reluctantly. 'I really enjoyed the musical numbers, particularly the opening one and the Queen's evil bop. Zegler was great in the lead role, and Gadot was fun.' However, Klein found that the 'baffling' choice of 'CGI dwarves let that film down.' 'Despite becoming an internet punching bag Disney's remake of Snow White is actually mostly successful!' Matt DeGroot, VP of production at Crooked Media, noted. 'Rachel Zegler is an absolute star, (most of) the new songs are catchy and beautifully performed, and the visual palette is sumptuous and vibrant. Gal Gadot had beautiful gowns.' Zegler, who is of Colombian descent, drew criticism from right-wing voices who took issue with a person of color portraying the lead fictional character. She further ignited conservative furor when she suggested the remake would be more feminist than the original 1937 film. 'It's no longer 1937,' Zegler said in a 2023 interview. 'She's not going to be saved by the prince, and she's not going to be dreaming about true love. She's dreaming about becoming the leader she knows she can be.' Meanwhile, Zegler has been a vocal supporter of Palestine while her Israeli-born co-star Gadot has spoken out in solidarity with Israel amid the war in Gaza. The movie follows Zegler's eponymous princess after the wicked queen (Gadot), who is also her mother, orders her murder. Fleeing from the peril, Snow White makes her way into a forest and discovers the seven dwarves in a cottage. Snow White is out in theaters on March 21.
