Wanted: New Jack Sparrow

Wanted: New Jack Sparrow

Strange Tides for POTC sequels as it seems that Depp is going to be replaced.

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By ACCESS - Sep 28, 2009 06:09 PM EST
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Source: Cinema Blend

I for one have enjoyed Pirates of the Carribean, especially the antics of Capt. Jack Sparrow. I loved the mythology that they had created for that show, and I like how they don't take things too seriously. But this news of Depp being replaced is of serious matter, I know that Disney has a knack of continuing with sequels that doesn't have their previous main actors on board. I know it's all about marketing but the returns for those sequels is less desirable than the originals. So, I don't think its sound to have a different face for POTC.

Article from MTV reads:


Following the recent departure of Disney studio chief Dick Cook, Johnny Depp admitted to being less enthusiastic about returning to the role of Captain Jack Sparrow for "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" ("Pirates" part 4, for those who lost count). And the fans in turn admitted that they'd give up on the franchise without him in it.

That apparently isn't stopping Disney though. According to a tip received by Cinema Blend, the studio is preparing to replace Depp if/when he decides to abandon ship. This may not happen with "On Stranger Tides," as Disney is likely prepared to offer him as much money as it takes to keep him aboard. The actor, who is said to be aware the last two movies "sucked," will definitely not be sticking around for the fifth and sixth installments if the tipster is to be believed.

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rockingrich1webb
rockingrich1webb - 9/28/2009, 6:42 PM
Could anybody tell me how to put polls in an article :)

Oh and I agree with grif Johnny won't want to miss this one.
thwhtGuardian
thwhtGuardian - 9/28/2009, 7:50 PM
I know Johnny said he might jump ship, but I also recall him saying he liked the last pirates movie the best, so I'd take this tipster with a grain of salt as it smaks of fanboy elitism towards the sequels.
supermarioworldE
supermarioworldE - 9/28/2009, 8:15 PM
How the hell do they expect to make money WITHOUT Depp?
God I hate hollywood
supermarioworldE
supermarioworldE - 9/28/2009, 8:44 PM
Sentinels? Where? lol
defunny
defunny - 9/28/2009, 8:50 PM
Everyone will work for the right amount of money. Sooner or later noone cares about their career as long as the check has enough 'zeros' behind it.
supermarioworldE
supermarioworldE - 9/28/2009, 8:52 PM
that's exactly what happened with X-men 3. It's all about the money in hollywood (at least 'till oscar season).
shadowboxer
shadowboxer - 9/28/2009, 8:53 PM
i don't even have to say anything, we all know thats retarded!
give the man what he wants, without him this movie will sink like cement shoes.
Macksimus
Macksimus - 9/29/2009, 12:21 AM
...can you say "straight to DVD?"
SciFiNut
SciFiNut - 9/29/2009, 1:01 AM
This movie will not be made without him. Is anyone seriously implying that? They will throw ungodly amounts of money at him to do it - and I seriously doubt they'll need to. He's gone on the record a billion times saying how much he loves the character and wants to play Sparrow again. This is just one of those blips that gets out of control because people want to see something go wrong.
Spilox
Spilox - 9/29/2009, 1:17 AM
If they should throw anyone out of the movie it's orlando bloom, that guy sucks.

rockingrich1webb
rockingrich1webb - 9/29/2009, 1:21 AM
access@ tnx
dancingmonkey08
dancingmonkey08 - 9/29/2009, 3:51 AM
So he might leave, it isnt for definite yet? Because if Johnny Depp leaves, the Pirates movies will crash and burn.

I mean how many of you would actually go see a Pirates movie if Jack Sparrow isnt in it? I love the rest of the cast but Johnny Depp is the glue that holds the Pirates movies together. Take him out, they are gonna suck

Nice article access
CorndogBurglar
CorndogBurglar - 9/29/2009, 5:21 AM
yeah they can't make this witout depp. unless they focus on other characters this time, which woudn't be a bad idea actually. new trilogy, new characters. i don't really care though, the first was the only good one. the other two were convoluted nonsense
jallanr
jallanr - 9/29/2009, 6:19 AM
i thought he was already signe on for the next one, i heard that on the hour, and he was also payed an insane amount of money for it, making him the highest paid actor right now

woo hoo!
AlexDeLarge87
AlexDeLarge87 - 9/29/2009, 7:15 AM
There is no Pirates of the Caribbean without Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow! Ouh!... And the Last two movies sucked because they were to epic!
fadawn
fadawn - 9/29/2009, 8:28 AM
Are they going to change the POTC ride too? His face is all over that thing.
JoshWilding
JoshWilding - 9/29/2009, 10:32 AM
The second and third movies werent that good - id prefer he leave POTC and get on with Dr. Starnge!!! :)
InSpace
InSpace - 9/29/2009, 1:10 PM
how bout Russel Brand as a replacement?
JoshWilding
JoshWilding - 9/29/2009, 1:30 PM
I hate Russel Brand!!! Man, id actually set that guy on fire if i had the chance! Douchebag with a capital D and a completely un-funny comedian and shit actor!!!
InSpace
InSpace - 9/29/2009, 1:50 PM
OKAY! you dont have to be too harsh
InSpace
InSpace - 9/29/2009, 1:50 PM
OKAY! you dont have to be too harsh
InSpace
InSpace - 9/29/2009, 1:50 PM
OKAY! you dont have to be too harsh
Pockets713
Pockets713 - 9/29/2009, 2:47 PM
Ha ha I'd actually like to see depp and brand as brothers or something in it, that'd be hilarious
JoshWilding
JoshWilding - 9/29/2009, 3:04 PM
No offence to you though InSpace, lol! We all have our own opinions! :D
flames809
flames809 - 9/29/2009, 3:15 PM
boo hes good as jack and i want it to stay that wait until they reboot it
Bandrews1
Bandrews1 - 9/29/2009, 3:36 PM
If Depp doesn't come back, I no longer have any interest in this.
theartofoneness
theartofoneness - 9/29/2009, 3:44 PM
They wouldnt replace jack sparrow. That would be a chump move. I could see them focusing the stories to other pirates and adventures. But personally I wouldnt want to see anyone else as capt jack sparrow. Depp is sparrow... thats the point. Michael keaton will always be batman to me. He dawned when I was young. Previous batmans may still be the only real batman to those who were there when that was out. And kids today may only see chrisitian bale as the only real batman.
Whispers68
Whispers68 - 9/29/2009, 4:52 PM
I personally disliked all three films but part one was considered the most "likable" of the three.

If he returns or not, some people would return to the theater to see the direction the film takes...especially if the replacement is someone they're interested in. I've seen them all during their theatrical run to prove my initial perception that the film won't be something I'll enjoy so when this comes out, I will see it as well.
HeckYeah
HeckYeah - 9/29/2009, 5:08 PM
The last two suuuuucccccccked....but I still paid to see them because Capt. Jack Sparrow rules.
samd577
samd577 - 9/29/2009, 5:55 PM
I liked all three films, but I think if they keep Depp on for a fourth one it would become a kids film where children can laugh at him goofing around on screen for a couple of hours. The story of Bloom and Knightly's characters is pretty much over, so all that is left is Jack Sparrow.

I just hope they don't fulfill their seeming promise from the end of the third one and make him live forever...
Evil1991
Evil1991 - 9/29/2009, 7:22 PM
I think the last two moved along way to slowly... Some parts were really epic, the kracken was bad ass... They just need a good plot that keeps me interested, without 50 other things for me to have to keep track of.... And Johnny Dep needs to return!
though I can do without will and his girlfriend in the next one... We also need barbosa he's the best!
TheTopherTap
TheTopherTap - 9/29/2009, 8:00 PM
I agree if they make a fourth it's going to just be for kids, it would be pretty cool if they made it darker...but I know to expect less from disney. Oh well, don't do it Johnny, don't sell out!

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ragdoll03289
ragdoll03289 - 9/29/2009, 8:07 PM
NO NO NO NOOOO!!!!!!!!!
48and2
48and2 - 9/29/2009, 8:55 PM
If this is true, I won't see it. And I don't think Depp's in it for the money - look at Imaginarium, he did that for free... or for the proceeds going to Heath's kids. He seems pretty idealistic about his craft to me.

The franchise has mad potential, but they can never replace nor top cap'n Jack. Any additional sequels without him could turn out decent, but they'll ALWAYS be missing something. It's a bad idea, but greed will probably prevail on the studio's side.

And as far as 2 and 3 "sucking", everyone's entitled to their opinions. I find them just to be different - but still great. They're just different. I'll grant you 1 is the masterpiece, but I don't think you could fairly or reasonably say any of the trilogy sucks. I personally enjoy the radical departure of styles in all 3 movies. And incase anybody didn't notice, they were attempting to pack in and explore all the pirate history and mythology - they covered alot of ground, but there's still plenty left.
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