Johnny Depp in Talks to Return as Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean

Johnny Depp is reportedly in negotiations to reprise his iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise. This potential return comes almost a decade after his last appearance in the series.

17 Aug, 12:09 — 17 Aug, 13:14

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Johnny Depp's potential return as Captain Jack Sparrow is significant given his contentious departure from the franchise following domestic abuse allegations. His involvement was previously thought to be unlikely, making these discussions a notable development for the future of the Pirates of the Caribbean films.

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The GuardianMostly Factual5h ago

Johnny Depp in talks to return to Pirates of the Caribbean franchise

The actor, who previously said he would not play Captain Jack Sparrow again for ‘$300m and a million alpacas’, is being lined up for sixth film in the series according to producer Jerry Bruckheimer Johnny Depp is in talks to return as Captain Jack Sparrow in a sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film, according to the producer of the series, Jerry Bruckheimer. Bruckheimer told Deadline: “We’re talking with Johnny, we’re working on a screenplay, and hopefully we can get this done.” This is despite ...

By Laurence Phelan

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ignMostly Factual6h ago

'We're Talking With Johnny': Pirates of the Caribbean 6 Update Confirmed by Producer Jerry Bruckheimer

Pirates of the Caribbean producer Jerry Bruckheimer has reignited hope of Johnny Depp reprising his iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow one more time.

By Tom Phillips

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