Despite a significant hiatus since the last entry, updates on Pirates of the Caribbean 6 have kept the continuation of the Disney franchise alive. While the potential return of Johnny Depp remains uncertain, the franchise has maintained its popularity since the unexpected success of The Curse of the Black Pearl in 2003, earning Depp an Oscar nomination for his iconic role as Jack Sparrow.

2017’s Dead Men Tell No Tales earned close to $800 million worldwide, prompting Disney to announce plans for another installment in 2018. However, the proposed reboot with Margot Robbie in the lead role was eventually canceled. Despite setbacks, Pirates of the Caribbean 6 remains in early development, with the release date still on the distant horizon.

Producer Jerry Bruckheimer confirmed that Pirates of the Caribbean 6 will reboot the franchise, indicating a departure from previous entries. While the possibility of Depp’s return hasn’t been ruled out entirely, Bruckheimer’s comments suggest that the days of Captain Jack Sparrow may be coming to an end. Despite challenges, director Joachim Rønning and the creative team are forging ahead with the project, aiming to breathe new life into the beloved franchise.