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Johnny Depp Opens Door to 'Pirates 6' Return With One Condition

Actor says he'd reprise Jack Sparrow if Jerry Bruckheimer is involved and the story provides a proper sendoff.

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What to know

  • Depp has publicly signaled willingness to return as Jack Sparrow in Pirates 6, ending years of apparent distance from the franchise.
  • His return hinges on two factors: Jerry Bruckheimer's involvement as producer and a screenplay that delivers a proper franchise conclusion.
  • Bruckheimer remains committed to development, with screenwriter Jeff Nathanson actively drafting, and the producer notes progress on the story's third act.

“It's a reboot, but if it was up to me, [Johnny] would be in it. I love him. He's a good friend. He's an amazing artist and he's a unique look.”

Jerry Bruckheimer, Producer · Screen Rant ↗ · Nov 2

Johnny DeppJohnny Depp Actor, Captain Jack SparrowJerry BruckheimerJerry Bruckheimer Producer, Pirates of the CaribbeanJeff Nathanson Screenwriter, Pirates of the Caribbean 6Disney Franchise owner

Johnny Depp Opens Door to 'Pirates 6' Return With One Condition
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    Depp's five prior Pirates films earned $4.5 billion worldwide

    Coverage notes Depp's prior work in the franchise—from The Curse of the Black Pearl in 2003 through Dead Men Tell No Tales—established him as central to the franchise's global success and critical recognition.

    “the only involvement I really want to have, truly, is just to send them off on a better note.”
    — Johnny Depp, Actor · source
    1. 4 outlets Johnny Depp Officially Confirms 'Pirates of the Caribbean' Return Chances

      first by Screen Rant? placeholder, 8d ago · also Fox News, Yahoo, Variety

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    Depp states condition: 'send them off on a better note'

    Depp articulates that his involvement depends on the direction and quality of the story, emphasizing he wants to provide a proper conclusion to the franchise.

    1. 13 outlets first by Deadline, 9d ago · also Entertainment Weekly, IMDb, IGN, Just Jared, FanBolt, The Mirror US +6 · read ↗

    2. 1 outlet Johnny Depp suggests his involvement in Pirates 6 will end franchise "on a better note"

      first by AV Club, 8d ago

  3. background

    Johnny Depp signals openness to reprising Jack Sparrow — Depp tells Entertainment Tonight he would return to Pirates of the Caribbean 6 under specific conditions. He emphasizes his trust in producer Jerry Bruckheimer and states his goal would be to help conclude the franchise properly.

  4. background

    Jerry Bruckheimer confirms screenplay development ongoing — Producer Bruckheimer previously stated to Entertainment Weekly that Depp's return depends on the quality of the screenplay, with screenwriter Jeff Nathanson working on the sixth installment.