Pirates of the Caribbean is set to make a comeback, according to producer Jerry Bruckheimer. The 80-year-old Hollywood producer, known for his work on blockbuster hits like Armageddon and Top Gun, has revealed that plans for the Disney-owned franchise are still in motion. While there have been rumors about the return of original star Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow, Bruckheimer has stated that the new Pirates films will feature a fresh cast. There has also been speculation about a female-led version of the franchise, with Margot Robbie potentially taking on a prominent role. When asked about the likelihood of a new Pirates movie or a third installment of Top Gun, Bruckheimer admitted that it’s hard to say which will come first.
Bruckheimer emphasized that the success of Top Gun is dependent on the iconic and brilliant performance of Tom Cruise. With Cruise currently occupied with the Mission: Impossible franchise and his upcoming space movie, the timing for a third Top Gun film remains uncertain. However, Bruckheimer revealed that the Pirates reboot is easier to put together because it doesn’t rely on specific actors. This suggests that the project may move forward without Depp and potentially open up opportunities for other actors to take on leading roles. While it’s unclear how Robbie’s involvement will play out, her success with Barbie last year suggests that she may have a significant role to play, either on or off-screen.
MARGOT ROBBIE’S FEMALE-LED PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN REBOOT STILL ALIVE, SAYS PRODUCER
In a surprising turn of events, Margot Robbie’s highly anticipated female-led Pirates of the Caribbean reboot is still in the works, according to producer Jerry Bruckheimer. After Robbie revealed in December 2022 that Disney had abandoned her remake idea, Bruckheimer assured fans that the project is very much “alive.”
During an interview, Bruckheimer confirmed that both a movie with Robbie and another with a younger cast are being developed. He expressed that the Robbie-led film requires some additional work, while the one with the younger cast is nearing completion. Bruckheimer remains optimistic, stating, “We believe we’ll get it made. It’s a very strong story.”
YOUNGER PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN MOVIE MAY BE RELEASED FIRST
It seems that the younger cast Pirates of the Caribbean movie may hit the screens before the Robbie-led reboot. Last year, former Walt Disney Studios Motion Picture Production president Sean Bailey hinted that the franchise could potentially welcome back actor Johnny Depp, despite his previous controversies. Bailey mentioned that they have an exciting story in the works that pays homage to the previous films while introducing something new.
Depp, who skyrocketed to fame with his role in Pirates of the Caribbean, has expressed his disinterest in returning to the series. He has adamantly stated that no amount of money or incentives could persuade him to appear in another installment. Although Bruckheimer previously expressed his desire to see Depp return, this recent update seems to debunk that possibility.
As the Pirates of the Caribbean saga continues to unfold, fans eagerly await further updates on the direction of the franchise. Stay tuned for more exciting news.
