A rep for the actor has finally confirmed that Johnny Depp will not be returning to the critically acclaimed franchise. Pirates of the Caribbean. Rumors flooded the internet when a report about Depp’s return to Disney was released.
After the jury ruled in the actor’s favor in the defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife, Amber Heard, rumors of Johnny Depp reprising his role as Captain Jack Sparrow began to circulate. It was rumored that the 59-year-old actor, despite being fired by Disney from the franchise in 2018, would return for the series’ sixth installment. A source has confirmed that the information is incorrect.
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Johnny Depp Rumored to Return as Jack Sparrow
The Sun reports Johnny Depp’s return to the franchise, alleging his name appeared on the call sheet for the Pirates of the Caribbean film. In 2017 Pirates of the Caribbean: The Dead Tell no tales was the last film in which Depp portrayed the much-loved role.
According to Sun’s report, the famous actor is supposed to have a test shoot in the UK in February 2023. After winning the high-profile libel case with Amber Heard, Depp was approached about returning to the franchise.
Although at the time the actor turned down the offer, there are still rumors about his return. A source said no director was attached to the project yet and it was still in its early stages. Still, the movie’s name came across as ‘A day at sea.’ Bruce Hendricks is named executive producer of the new project and was also part of the first three films.
“All details of the film are being kept secret since Disney wants it to be under wraps”, the source said. They also added that a muster sheet is distributed to known people.
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Why Johnny Depp Said He Wouldn’t Work With Disney Even For $300 Million
A new installment in the franchise is set without Depp, with Margot Robbie in the lead role. The 2018 Heard domestic violence defendants cut short the actor’s career, it was revealed during the trial that Jack Sparrow was replaced before that. Depp’s response to the statement was, “Disney was trying to cut ties to be safe.” The actor also confirmed his wish not to return to the franchise, even if Disney offered $300 million. It was made clear by Depp that the Jack Sparrow chapter is over. He has no intention of returning to the franchise with the amount offered by them. Additionally, there is no official confirmation from Disney regarding Johnny Depp’s return.
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Source: Geographic News
