Pirates of the Caribbean 6: Everything You Need to Know

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has hinted that a planned Pirates of the Caribbean 6 may soon set sail. Despite the franchise witnessing troublesome seas in the past few years, including the much-discussed exit of Johnny Depp, it seems a fresh voyage is on the horizon.

Key Takeaways:
• A 6th edition to the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is likely, as producer Jerry Bruckheimer confirms.
• Ayo Edebiri isn’t officially replacing Johnny Depp but could feature in a forthcoming Pirates movie.
• The possible return of Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow remains a mystery.
• Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley may reprise their roles from the original trilogy.
• Margot Robbie is slated to star in a film within the Pirates franchise, which is currently in the scriptwriting phase.
• The anticipated Pirates of the Caribbean sequel isn’t expected to hit theaters before late 2025.

Ayo Edebiri Rumored to Join Cast

Rumors suggest that The Bear’s Ayo Edebiri may join the Pirates fold. While credible source Daniel Richtman burst the bubble that she is set to replace Johnny Depp, he did allow the possibility she might appear in a new Pirates movie, or possibly one of the proposed spin-offs.

Uncertainty Surrounding Johnny Depp’s Return

The comeback of Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow remains one of the biggest mysteries surrounding the franchise. While loyal fans are clamoring for his return, especially after the resolution of the controversy surrounding his separated relationship to Amber Heard, it is unclear if Depp himself wants to rejoin the ensemble. Even a baseless rumor about Depp demanding a $300 million payment to return to his iconic role has been debunked.

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer is optimistic about Depp’s potential return, counting him as a friend and welcoming him back into the franchise, though no confirmation has been provided by Disney or Depp himself.

Prospective Roles for Orlando Bloom & Keira Knightley

Assuming Jack Sparrow is absent from the new script, one naturally wonders who will take the helm. The candidates emerging from the fog are the fan favorites Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley. As characters Will and Elizabeth Turner, their stories were left open-ended in the previous film, making their return an exciting possibility.

Margot Robbie Slated for Future Pirates Film

Interestingly, Bruckheimer has hinted at another Pirates project featuring Margot Robbie. Despite Robbie previously stating that she believed her film was “dead in the water”, producer Bruckheimer insists it is still being scripted.

Bruckheimer says the two proposed films, one with a younger cast and the other featuring Robbie, need work. However, he assures fans that Robbie’s movie is very much part of future plans, describing it as a “very strong story.”

Projected Release Date

While we know there is a script getting primed for production, there is no official release date as of now. Given the franchise’s production requirements, it seems highly unlikely that we will see a new Pirates movie before late 2025.

In a hopeful message to fans, Jerry Bruckheimer declares that a sixth film is coming. Let’s all keep a weather eye on the horizon as we await fresh sails on the open sea.