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After 7 Years Apart, Disney and Johnny Depp Open Door for ‘Pirates 6’

A man dressed as a pirate with long hair, a tricorn hat, beads in his hair, and a serious expression stands on a ship with greenery in the background, reminiscent of Johnny Depp's iconic portrayal.

For a long time, it felt like a clean break that would never be undone. Johnny Depp and Disney—once inseparable thanks to Captain Jack Sparrow—went their separate ways, and neither side seemed interested in looking back. Since Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (2017), the franchise has been stuck in limbo, with reboot rumors swirling and fans ...

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Disney Makes Johnny Depp the Face of ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Again

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It’s been a strange few years for fans of the Pirates of the Caribbean films. Amid his defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard in 2022, Walt Disney Studios reportedly axed Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow for the franchise’s upcoming sixth installment, eyeing Margot Robbie as a potential replacement. Word about the project eventually ground to a halt, though, and, despite winning ...

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Margot Robbie to Take on Major Role in Upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean Film Without Johnny Depp

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Margot Robbie’s Confirmed Role in Pirates 6 Jerry Bruckheimer has officially confirmed that Margot Robbie will play a significant role in the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean 6. This announcement has created a buzz among fans eager for a revival of the franchise, which has been dormant since Dead Men Tell No Tales in 2017. As one of Hollywood’s leading ...

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Johnny Depp’s ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Fate Revealed by Producer

A black & white image of a Jack Sparrow animatronic on the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, one of the Disney rides closing in Paris this summer

Johnny Depp is poised to return as Captain Jack Sparrow, at least according to long-time producer Jerry Bruckheimer. Related: DreamWorks Cancels ‘Shrek 5’ Release, Update Given Jerry Bruckheimer thinks Johnny Depp is ready and willing to return to the role of Captain Jack Sparrow in a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film. Bruckheimer has produced the series since Pirates of ...

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“F**k You”: Johnny Depp Finally Breaks Silence on Shocking ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Exit

Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald in 'Fantastic Beasts and where to Find Them The Crimes of Grindelwald'

Johnny Depp has finally broken his five-year-long silence after being asked to step down from his role as dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald in the Fantastic Beasts films. Why Did Warner Bros. Give Johnny Depp the Boot? After losing the 2020 lawsuit he filed against British tabloid The Sun for publishing a 2018 story that described him as a “wife-beater” during ...

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Johnny Depp’s Return in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’ Will Cost Disney Tens of Millions

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Johnny Depp’s return as Captain Jack Sparrow in future Pirates of the Caribbean installments will cost The Walt Disney Company a fortune. It’s been a long time since actor Johnny Depp has donned the pirate garb and stepped onto the big screen as Captain Jack Sparrow. First appearing 20 years ago in The Walt Disney Company and producer Jerry Bruckheimer’s ...

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Johnny Depp Spotted Filming at Sea: Is the Pirates Franchise About to Set Sail Again?

A man dressed as a pirate with a large hat, long dreadlocks, and heavy eye makeup is making a surprised or shocked facial expression. Palm trees and rustic buildings are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a tropical setting.

Johnny Depp is making waves—literally and figuratively—as he returns to the big screen in Day Drinker, an upcoming action thriller directed by Marc Webb. Set against the stunning backdrop of Spain’s coastal towns, the film marks Depp’s most prominent Hollywood project since his legal battles with ex-wife Amber Heard. A Fresh Look for a New Role Recent photos from the ...

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Johnny Depp’s Comeback Begins: ‘Pirates’ Reunion Marks First Big Studio Return in 7 Years

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It’s been a long time since Johnny Depp has starred in a major studio film that had Hollywood and fans buzzing again. For years, the man once known for bringing larger-than-life characters to the big screen found himself caught in a very different kind of spotlight — one that had nothing to do with acting, and everything to do with ...

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