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Whether Johnny Depp would ever return to the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise has been a topic of intense speculation for years, a question Disney has long sought to resolve. The studio has grappled with whether to move forward without Depp or if they could ultimately persuade him to reprise his iconic role. Over the years, countless rumors have circulated regarding the future direction of "Pirates of the Caribbean," with various casting choices and script versions surfacing intermittently. Sometimes Depp's character was absent from these rumored scripts, other times he appeared, though often in a supporting capacity.
While Disney has not entirely abandoned the possibility of Depp's return, producer Jerry Bruckheimer recently addressed the ongoing discussions. This isn't the first time Bruckheimer has hinted at talks with Depp; he mentioned similar discussions two years ago, though his recent remarks carry a more optimistic tone.
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According to rumors circulating earlier this year, Krysty Wilson-Cairns, screenwriter of "1917," is reportedly penning a "soft reboot" sequel for Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise. This sequel is rumored to center on Captain Jack Sparrow's son, with Margot Robbie also expected to co-star. Her character is described as a new pirate with a punk-rock aesthetic, envisioned as a blend of Captain Jack and Emma Stone's "Cruella."