Johnny Depp has expressed openness to reprising his iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow in a new Pirates of the Caribbean movie. This marks a shift from his previous statements where he declared he would not work with Disney on the franchise again.
In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Depp indicated that his potential return would be contingent on the story's conclusion. "If things are exactly where they need to be with regard to how they're going to top off the Pirates [story]," he said. "The only involvement I really want to have, truly, is just to send them off on a better note." He added that he trusts producer Jerry Bruckheimer and would work with him on any project. "If it's Jerry, I trust him. We have a deep friendship."
Depp had previously stated during his legal proceedings that he would not return to the franchise, even for a substantial sum. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has previously mentioned having conversations with Depp about a new installment and confirmed that a screenplay is in development. This is the first public confirmation from Depp himself that he is amenable to the idea since his earlier pronouncements.
Disney has also explored a separate Pirates of the Caribbean film with Margot Robbie attached, though that project has not seen significant progress. Depp's acting roles have been limited since his high-profile legal battles, including his departure from the Fantastic Beasts series, where he was replaced by Mads Mikkelsen.
Depp is slated to appear in the upcoming film "Ebenezer," a new adaptation of "A Christmas Carol," scheduled for release on November 13. While the future of Jack Sparrow on screen remains uncertain, Depp's current stance suggests a greater willingness for the character's potential return.