Johnny Depp is in talks to return as Jack Sparrow in 'Pirates of the Caribbean 6'
According to producer Jerry Bruckheimer, Johnny Depp could reprise his iconic role, and there's even a screenplay in development.
Jerry Bruckheimer has hinted that Johnny Depp might reprise his role as Captain Jack Sparrow in the upcoming sixth installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, according to reports from D23 event. Despite the possibility of Depp returning, the film will not replace Margot Robbie’s character as the lead in a female-led Pirates film, which has been speculated since 2020.
Instead, Depp's appearance would serve as an "evolution of the franchise." Bruckheimer confirmed that discussions are underway with Depp, and a screenplay is being developed for the potential project. It remains unclear if this casting news is connected to the controversial screenplay by Craig Mazin, who is still set to direct the film.
The interview with Bruckheimer on the D23 red carpet also touched on Paramount's anticipated merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, which has been delayed by an antitrust lawsuit. Paramount CEO David Ellison has threatened to relocate the studio's operations if the merger doesn't go through. Bruckheimer dismissed the idea, stating that the merger is already moving forward in European countries.
If the Pirates movie with Depp does not materialize, he suggested that Depp might collaborate with Ellison on films for the new "master of misfits" label.
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