Johnny Depp Reporteldy Set to Return as Jack Sparrow in New ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Movie!

Back in December, producer Jerry Bruckheimer spoke with Variety about the future of the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ franchise. At the time, he revealed that Disney was considering two different scripts. One version of the movie would bring Johnny Depp back, while the other would take the series in a completely new direction without him.

Ever since Depp’s legal battle with his ex-wife Amber Heard, his relationship with Disney has been uncertain. Many believed that Disney would move forward without him. However, new information suggests that the studio may have finally worked things out with Depp and is preparing to bring him back after all.

According to a source at The DisInsider, Disney is quietly getting ready to begin production on the next Pirates film. While no official start date has been confirmed, the source claims that filming will take place at a Hollywood soundstage. Even more exciting, this new entry is rumored to feature the return of Johnny Depp!

Unfortunately, there aren’t many other details available at this time. Since only one source has provided this information—and a second source has not yet confirmed it—this report is being treated as a rumor rather than a confirmed fact. Until Disney or major industry outlets confirm the news, fans should take this with a grain of salt.

Before Bruckheimer’s update in December, several rumors about the Pirates franchise were already circulating. One suggested that The Bear star Ayo Edebiri would lead a new film, possibly passing the torch to a younger generation of pirates. Another rumor hinted that Disney was considering a full reboot, completely restarting the series with a fresh cast and story.

At this point, it’s unclear which direction Disney will choose. But if the latest report is true, fans could be getting an official update sooner rather than later.

If Johnny Depp does return, it would be a huge moment for the franchise. Captain Jack Sparrow is one of the most beloved characters in movie history, and many fans have been vocal about wanting Depp back in the role. However, Disney has remained silent on the issue, making it difficult to know for sure what their final decision will be.

For now, all we can do is wait for more news. If this rumor turns out to be true, we may soon see Depp don the pirate hat once again.

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