Dwayne Johnson Speaks Out About Replacing Johnny Depp In Iconic Film

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Dwayne Johnson & Captain Jack Sparrow

Credit: ABC (left), Disney (right)

192 Comments

  1. American Primitive

    Johnson and his muscles, look like a cartoon characters.

    1. Lol! True!

      1. Cyd Cassone

        I won’t go see Pirates of the Caribbean if Johnny Depp isn’t in it. It’s nothing without him.

        1. Silvia

          Truc I Will not go too without Johnny

          1. Brenda

            Won’t see it either!

          2. Johnny Depp! Made Pirates what it is today! It won’t be the same without him! I won’t go and I know a lot of ppl that feel the same way,

          3. Ester

            Nobody would dare take over Johnny’s part in POTC for fear of their career and the failure of the film.

          4. Tee

            Dwayne Johnson hasn’t learned from other movies he starred in. They were flops. Anybody who’s seen Cap’n Jack Sparrow movies knows that NO ONE ELSE CAN PLAY THAT ROLE OTHER THAN JOHNNY DEPP!

          5. Only Johnny Depp can play Jack Sparrow. If Johnny is not in it, I wouldn’t go see it!

          6. Ester

            Too true!

          7. Nu

            I love “the rock” I think he’s great, but Johnny IS Pirates of the Caribbean and he has no match!!! If he’s not in it I will simply not go watch it. Not interested.Just as simple as that!!

          8. Kay

            Wouldn’t watch it without Johnny

          9. It’s sinful the way Disney did Johnny, I have sworn away from all Disney movies, parks, cartoons etc. I won’t support this woke ideology, nor will I support anyone that tries to take the role of Jack Sparrow, that role is owned by Johnny Depp and only Johnny Depp , Hey Disney you really messed up by not supporting your biggest money maker, you called him guilty before the judgment was called by the jury, now Disney is a dirty word in 80% off the homes in the U

          10. Di*** Bi****

            So true, sooner or later Disney would be the ones to “wake up” them selves.

            I believe that the “woke” movement that Disney is totally unnecessary, because if you look closer there many movies that have been famous and entertaining that are just based on “woke”. Like for example The Princess and the Frog, Soul, Encanto, and many others.

            These are example of good movies, that have been entertaining and funny without the word “woke” highlighted in them. And these movies are new!!! They are not crazy remakes, like the Little Mermaid.

        2. Abby

          I second that!

          1. Douglas bush

            That will be the dumbest thing that Disney will do . And u will have a lot of upset people.that will boycott
            the movie.

          2. Jo Ann Yeager

            Two of my favorite Actors!! I have enjoyed seeing the Rock in many of his movies. As well as with Mr. Depp. And it would be interesting to see what kind of magic Dwayne could bring to the character. But, POTC is a favorite of all of us. And Johnny Depp plays Jack Sparrow so perfectly. My opinion, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!!

        3. Michal

          I will not come to see this. Love “the Rock”, but not as Jack Sparrow.

      2. Pete b

        The rock is a brilliant actor hands down done so many great films huge fan but no one can be captain jack sparrow apart from Johnny deep as he’s phenomenal pirate and everyone wants Johnny not dwayne nit only that it won’t be the same without Mr deep being in potcb

      3. Lori Waters

        I will not watch any Pirates of the Caribbean movie that doesn’t have Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow & nobody can replace him he made Captain Jack Sparrow so I will not watch the movie without Johnny Depp in it

    2. Veronica

      Why does he think he’s that great of an actor? He can never replace Johnny Depp!

      1. Bobby

        So true

        1. Liz

          NOBODY will ever replace Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow, he made that character! I love The Rock but no other actor will ever be able to Captain Jack Sparrow justice like Johnny so they need to apologize BIG TIME!!

      2. Tee

        I endorse what Veronica said. A true statement!

        1. Rhonda Walker

          The Rock is as dumb as his name if he thinks he can replace the Great Johnny Depp! The man is a million characters all in one body and he improves every movie he’s in. I wouldn’t have watched Willy Wonka with the rock and I won’t watch Pirates without him either. He makes the movie! I feel that the rock is his own biggest fan and he’s just not that impressive. If you watch Fast and the Furious and see how he glistens compared to everyone else, you’ll see him for the fake he is. Down with Disney for not supporting Johnny Depp.

      3. Terri

        Don’t do it Disney! There’s only one Captain Jack!!

    3. jack

      no one will go see it without jonny depp

    4. Paul

      Your so jealous

  2. Cheryl C

    If you don’t have Johnny as Jack Sparrow, just end the franchise on a high note, and call it a day! Johnny Depp IS Pirates of the Caribbean!

    1. CAP

      Agree 100%. Disney is circling the drain for a lot of other reasons but trying to replace Depp as Captain Jack will surely complete the flush!

      1. Ian

        No Johnny Depp, I wouldn’t bother going to see Pirates of the Caribbean.

        1. Kim P

          No Depp,no POTC. It really is that simple. Let it go Disney. You’re done

          1. Kimberly Robb

            Amen!!! Sista you said it!!! Jonny Depp IS Pirates of the Caribbean and none other will do!!!!!

        2. Mary Jane

          Jack is Johnny’s Picasso!! No one should play Jack but Johnny!! Disney stop being a $&#@ and bow and apologize.

          1. HumnBird

            Agree completely. They need to get over it he’s not what that lier ex of his painted him to be. But I also wouldn’t blame Johnny if he told them to go stick it where the sun doesn’t shine.

          2. Brenda

            No one can replace Johnny! Apologize Disney!

        3. Silvia

          Truc I Will not go too without Johnny I think thé producteurs create Jack Sparrow because they was inspiréd by Johnny Deep!

          1. Mark

            Johnny Depp is the only Capt jack Sparrow.

        4. Dave

          As others have said, “no Johnny, no Jack, no go.”

      2. Beverley

        Totally agree. Dwane while, a great actor is the Polar opposite of Johnny. If it Not Johnny it’s Not Pirates!

        1. Anita Greene

          His head is to big for the hat. It’s a no gor me.

          1. Mariëlla

            Dwayne Johnson is a great actor!
            But there is only one man who can play the role of Captain Jack Sparrow! And thát is ofcourse John Christopher Depp ||. ✌️💖🙏

          2. Phanta

            OmG, that’s hilarious, but I won’t see it if I’m not seeing my one true Mentor – Capt. Jack Sparrow as Johnny … I’m not

      3. Nikki

        I agree 100% also! If you don’t have Johnny Depp, just END IT! Nobody wants to watch someone attempt to replace Johnny Depp. It just can’t be done!

      4. Irenne

        If Disney thinks they can replaceJohnny Depp as Capt Jack Sparrow with some other actor, they are delusional.

    2. CAP

      Disney is already circling the drain. Doing this will complete the flush!

    3. Julie Morrow

      Don’t be crazy, Johnny Depp IS Pirates of the Caribbean! If he’s not in it, no one will come to see it. No.one.will.come.

      1. Elane23

        I agree! If Johnny
        Depp is not
        Jack Sparrow then you can count that as a HUGE loss for Disney. He MADE Pirates of Caribbean!!! I would even think of going to see the movie and I really believe there are hundreds more that
        Feel the same way!!! Shame on Disney for even thinking of
        Him not starring as Jack Sparrow!!!

        1. Michael Mullen

          How about having him play Forrest Gump in a part 2?? Did I make my point??

        2. No Depp, No Movie.

        3. Liz

          Love them both, but only 1 is Jack Sparrow. Disney needs to suck it up & straighten up w/JD.

    4. Vicki

      I agree if you don’t have Johnny Depp then you might as well not make another movie. As Johnny is the only one for the part. Your rating will also drop if he is replaced.

      1. Annie

        Johnny Depp is Captain Jack Sparrow. But Johnny Depp has more pride than to give them a chance again. Disney killed the captain. RIP.

    5. Pati

      Johnny will always be the true star of Pirates. I agree, end the Pirates if you don’t have the sense to cast the star that made the movie what it is.

      1. Flipper

        No Johnny No Jack… Simple as that!!

    6. That’s true Johnny Depp is “The Franchise”, it’s like McDonalds without Ronald McDonald. Just be done with it.

    7. Patricia

      No Johnny Depp, no Captain Jack Sparrow. No one can or should replace him.

    8. Scott

      I won’t see it if Depp does not play the role.

  3. BOX Office bomb!!!! There is no possibility that Johnson can ever replace Johnny Depp!! The thought is laughable!!! Huge box office disaster failure bomb without Depp!!!!

  4. Mary

    What about if Johnson played the part of a long lost son of Captain Jack and Calypso? May sound far-fetched, but what if?

  5. Patti

    Disney just keeps coming up with stupid ideas. Just add this to the pile.

  6. Jo

    No Depp no pirates,! Full Stop.

  7. Vincent

    Disney can’t be that stupid! Depp made that character.

  8. Helen

    Captain Sparrow is Johnny Depp. NO one could or should try to fill those shoes.
    I don’t want to see a POTC without JD. Millions signed the petition letting the world know. I’m hoping JD will do it for his fans.

  9. Sandra Lee Clipfell

    Capt Jack can ONLY be Depp
    I am 74 years and I donot care what his personal life is. He is the only Captain Jack
    If he is absent I will not attend

  10. David Bell

    Dwayne, please don’t do this! Choose your next step wisely. Don’t go down with Disney.

    1. Ann

      No JD and POTC!! I’m 64!! Hollywood is sick for blacklisting Johnny!

  11. No Johnny no need to watch new Pirates of Caribbean the Rock is pretty good in other movies but he is no Captain Sparrow

  12. Jan

    I love Dwayne Johnson but I’ll boycott any POTC without Johnny Depp. I’d love to see him as a character alongside Jack Sparrow but not as Jack Sparrow. Disney better get busy kissing Johnnys butt if they want to make a successful POTC!

    1. Julie Morrow

      Amen!

      1. Julie Morrow

        No Depp, no Pirates!

    2. Linda

      I love both of them Like someone (Mary) said, maybe he could be a long lost son or twin-ish brother. There could be some interesting conflict and comedy there

      1. Dave

        As others have said, “no Johnny, no Jack, no go.”

  13. Angela Barrett

    Nothing against Dwayne Johnson but we all know that yes Disney has begun to suck completely & I wouldn’t care who it is that they may wanna get to replace Johnny it’s just not gonna fly. Maybe it’ll flap its little wings but us Johnny Depp fans won’t give credit to anybody other than him when it comes to the pirate franchise. Johnny Depp is a legend & just as we who love him will never accept anyone else in that iconic roll.
    Everybody has their place & POTC is Johnny’s!!

  14. Karen Ses

    I wouldn’t go! Boycott! Johnny Depp is the only one for his role!

  15. Lita Musick

    Right!! NO JOHNNY DEPP…NO PIRATES!!! Plain and simple…Johnny is IRREPLACEABLE..FACE THE FACTS DISNEY….

    1. Derrick

      It has to be Johnny Depp it’s not Pirates of the Caribbean without him. without him the movie would be a joke

  16. Marcia

    Johnny Depp is the only Captain Sparrow. There can’t another PORC without him. I won’t go see it.

  17. Candi

    No Depp no Pirates it so simple!

  18. Barbara Belzer

    Johnny IS Jack Sparrow PERIOD !!! Fans will NEVER accept anyone else in that role.

  19. Julie Morrow

    Don’t be crazy, Johnny Depp IS Pirates of the Caribbean! If he’s not in it, no one will come to see it. No.one.will.come.

  20. Elizabeth Lodato

    Johnny Depp could never be replaced!! Disney is a fool for even trying! Bring him back as he is Capt Jack Sparrow! Love you Rock but it would be best to stay out of this. Disney stop being a jackass!!

  21. Cindy A.

    I agree totally. No Johnny, no Pirates. I wouldn’t even go if they gave mr free tickets!!!!

  22. Janey Eaton

    If you don’t have Johnny Depp as Captain Jack then just don’t make another POTC movie. No one can replace Johnny I don’t care who it is.

  23. Ray

    This movie will be a flop .Johnny Depp is Pirates of the Caribbean Period.

  24. Karen

    I love the Rock!! But as Captain Jack Sparrow? No, nobody can replace Johnny Depp, Disney needs to stop with this nonsense.
    Disney….just stop with pirates of the Caribbean, you lost, you failed , you judged an actor based on lies.
    Just stop Disney!!

  25. s

    Zero interest in DJ replacing JD. It would not go over well.

    However… if Disney instead went with BOTH of them equally billed, represented, and presented, there is the potential for an utterly amazing resurrection of the series… and one hell of a money-maker.

    And then, if they chose, they could probably pull off retiring Jack Sparrow and continuing with DJ’s character. (Though they’d be much smarter to continue with them both…)

    I’m surprised Iger hasn’t the sense to blatantly publicly apologize on behalf of Disney. In fact, if a deal were stuck with Depp, and a very publicized release from both of them announcing a movie, with Disney apologizing for their actions… well, let’s just say it sure might help Disney pull out of the massive slump they’re in.

    1. Rose

      Even “if they choose” to retire JD, it wouldn’t fly. Johnny Depp made POTC and it would never be the same without him! I know I personally would NEVER watch a POTC without Johnny Depp. Nothing against the Rock bc I like his movies, but Johnny Depp is the GOAT for me and millions of other fans. No JD. No POTC.

  26. Rachel

    For me Johnny is Captain Jack. No one can replace him. I will watch no Pirates movie from the franchise with out Johnny Depp. Good luck.

  27. Rose

    Congratulations on being attacked by every LBGTQ (and whatever initials have been added) and every JD FAN in the world! I don’t care if he does appear gay to you or anyone else! Johnny Depp is an AMAZING actor especially as Captain Jack Sparrow. Have a good time sitting in the theater alone or with a handful of people like you, bc the masses have already spoken in a petition to Disney. We will NOT be attending nor will we watch it on any streaming service. This is NOT a reflection on Johnson. Even my second favorite of actor of all time would not be enough to watch POTC 6,7,8,9…. IF JD is NOT in it!

  28. Ana

    Nooooooo…. POTC is nothing without JD. So leave the character alone.

  29. Flora

    O way I would go see pirates with out Johnny he is the only jack sparrow Disney needs to get their heads out of their ass and apologize to Johnny and make the movie already!!!!!

  30. Gail

    I will not watch the movie I love watching depp.i won’t be the same we had depp being the main character you doing wrong by replace him don’t get me wrong I like Dwayne but he not depp

  31. C

    No Johnny drop no show

  32. Daniel Taylor

    The Rock was Great as WWE The Rock. I WILL NOT see Pirates if Johnny Depp Is Not in it. I Have Spoken.

    1. Anyone would be crazy to try to replace Johnny Depp in POTC. of his rolesas Johnny is not replaceable. He created the character of Captain Jack Sparrow. No one and I repeat no one can fit into this character .
      In fact Disney should give all rights and ownership of Captain Jack Sparrow to Johnny Depp as he lives in Johnny…!

  33. Anyone would be crazy to try to replace Johnny Depp in POTC. of his rolesas Johnny is not replaceable. He created the character of Captain Jack Sparrow. No one and I repeat no one can fit into this character .
    In fact Disney should give all rights and ownership of Captain Jack Sparrow to Johnny Depp as he lives in Johnny…!

  34. There will never be another captain Jack Sparrow. Except The true captain johnny depp is the one and only jack

  35. Why are they trying so hard in taking iconic characters and totally changing them I really hate what Disney is doing I hate it because the writers of these stories intended for their characters to be one way and because of this race shifting your taking all the endearment out of the characters I hate what Disney is doing to the little mermaid and what they done with the genie and so many more why not let native Americans play rolls like Mufasa or a Latina play the princess in the princess and the frog why not let asians play all the characters in rolls like black panther and that franchise. Because Disney is becoming more and more prejudice.

  36. S Barnes

    Johnny Depp is Captain Jack Sparrow
    As Harrison Ford is Indiana Jones
    You can not replace them.

  37. Penni

    Won’t even give a thought to another Pirates of the Caribbean movie without Johnny Depp in it. It just doesn’t work at all without him as he made it what it is and if not for him, there most likely wouldn’t even be a thought for a 6th movie as most of us age that it wouldn’t have lasted that long. If you already had perfection you can’t go backwards and expect anything good so me and most fans won’t be watching it.

  38. Chris

    No… Johnny Depp is a hard act to follow. He can not be replaced….

  39. Anne-Marie

    Johnny depp is the only one who can and always will fill in the shoes of captain jack sparrow and dj will ruin it if he took his role dj is a good actor but he will not be able to pull it of like Johnny depp

  40. Kk

    The rock again?

  41. Sandra

    No Dwayne Johnson! He’s been seen too much lately, plus he’s NOT Jack Sparrow! Johnny Depp IS! Please come back Johnny! That franchise would NEVER be the same!

  42. L. F.

    PLEASE DO NOT REPLACE JOHNNY DEPP, BUT IF YOU WANT TO ADD DWAYNE JOHNSON THAT WOULD BE GREAT. BUT NO ONE CAN PLAY JACK SPARROW LIKE JOHNNY DEPP.

  43. Keisha

    No , no, no!!!!! Johnny Depp IS CAPTAIN JACK SPARROW and the ONLY reason many many people love Pirates of the Caribbean. Disney should flop for trying to replace Johnny Depp. Who cares about his personal life when his acting abilities is what we love him for

  44. Sheryl

    I wouldn’t go see. There is only one actor for the part. Johnny Depp is his name!!!!!!

  45. RickTR

    Dwayne Johnson, Joe Biden’s lapdog

  46. Jeanine Brouhard

    Um okay , to replace Any role Depp has played with Dwayne Johnson is ridiculous. Sorry I like Johnson but lol seriously.

  47. I’m a Dwayne Johnson fan but I just don’t think I would go see a POTC movie without Johnny Depp in it. Depp made that bunch of movies an icon. Sorry , Dwayne !

  48. Stephanie

    I love Dwayne Johnson. However Johnny Depp IS Jack Sparrow. Dwayne Johnson as Captain Jack is doomed.

  49. Frank French

    Won’t Work. Not The Same. Depp, Has The Character Wrapped Up.

  50. Kimberly

    No Depp no pirates you can not replace him no matter how great an actor you can get Disney you screwed up, pirates is dead in the water leave it be. I saw all of them with Johnny in them in the movies then bought the DVD’S that is how much we loved Captain Jack. He can’t be replaced

  51. Andrea Perez

    There is no way Dwayne Johnson can replace Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow, he does not have the Charisma for that role at all. Not hating at all Dwayne Johnson is definitely a good actor but not for this part.

  52. Susan

    Don’t jump the shark on this Disney. Only Johnny can play Captain Jack. Anyone else you’d have to rename him Captain Hack.

  53. You’d think Disney would have learned their lesson with the Fantastic Beasts film when they replace Johnny Depp. You cannot replace him. If you do the people will boycott it.

  54. TruthTeller

    The Rock already ruined Superman by using his influence to get Henry Cavill booted from playing Superman, now he wants replace Johnny Depp. Please boot The Rock from Hollywood. He can’t act. He is exactly the same in every movie. He even wears similar outfits in all his movies. He was great for pro wrestling, but his movie roles could really be played by any Joe Shmoe

  55. Mark

    Dwayne Johnson is awesome! So is Johnny Depp. Love to see a Pirates movie with them both in it. Why choose?

  56. Kimberley Greenfield

    I am a POTC fN and Johnny Depp as Captain Jack is the main reason. I would love to see Johnny Depp and Dwayne Johnson together but I will not spend money on another Pirates without Johnny Depp as Captain Jack.

  57. Rhonda

    No Johnny Depp… NO POTC!!!! The is only ONE Jack Sparrow and he lives in London!!! F Disney!!!!

  58. Wade

    No No No. Johnson will not due. Only Johnny Depp can do it.

  59. Lesa

    Hell no. He could be a sidekick to jack sparrow, but not a replacement

  60. Tony

    No, Dwayne will want total control to show off his medically enhanced body

    He does not have the comedic timing as JOHNNY DEPP

    Anybody but the Dwayne

    Brenden Fraser would be a much better choice or just bring JOHNNY BACK!!!

  61. Lin

    Aw Dwayne,
    Say it ain’t so!!

  62. Cheesy Peas

    “There aren’t too many names in the Hollywood industry than Dwayne Johnson and Johnny Depp.”

    I’m sorry what?

  63. CINDY

    I love “The Rock” but some characters are NOT replaceable & Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow one of them!!! It’s JD or no-one!

  64. NO ONE can be Captain Jack. Johnny Depp IS Jack. Plain and simple. No
    Johnny Depp, no Capt Jack, no fans watching. FLOP!

  65. Meg E

    No one can replace Johnny in any of the roles he plays in. Captian Jack Sparrow is one of the BEST roles he has played and NO ONE can change that. If they try and replace Depp in the POTC franchise I will NOT BE watching it. Disney needs to pull the head out of their a$$ and be the better people on making amends or the movie will tank worse than movie they have every made!!

  66. Sherry

    Dwayne Johnson could never replace Johnny Depp

  67. dw

    I think Disney should keep focus on keeping little kids safe instead of trying to recast and type over the worst industry mistake they’ve ever made.

  68. JJ

    No on Dwayne. Austin Butler or even Michael B Jordan would be a better replacement.
    Or Jason Stratham…
    Like Bond. There were no good ones after Sean Connery until Daniel Craig came along

  69. Debbie

    You need to keep to the original jack sparrow. That’s Johnny Depp. Only one of a kind.

  70. Robin

    I love The Rock but there is only ONE Captain Jack Sparrow and that is Johnny Depp!

  71. I love both actors but Johnny Depp is Captain Jack Sparrow! Maybe introduce The Rock as another pirate and play out POTC but he can’t replace Johnny as Captain Jack Sparrow!

  72. Gail

    I think both Johnny Depp and Dwayne Johnson are phenomenal actors.

    But, truth be told, Johnny Depp’s own creative acting style in his role as Captain Sparrow made the character the hit that it is.

    Johnny Depp gave that character the depth and breath of personality that it has along with all of the nuances of expressions that is truly and exclusively Depp’s brand.

    No one else can replace this character, not after five movies.

    So, either bring Johnny Depp back, if he’s willing, and pay him much more than he use to get, as a courtesy to honoring Depp after he was dumped, or move on..

    Please don’t add insult toc injury for both Johnny Depp and his legacy and for the reputation of the POTC’,s legacy, as well.

    Two wrongs don’t make a right.

  73. Lenny

    Please enough of Dwayne Johnson

  74. Susan

    I am a huge fan of both Johnny Depp and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. But NO ONE can replace Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in “Pirates of The Caribbean”, and “Pirates of The Caribbean” is NOTHING without Captain Jack Sparrow.
    Dwayne Johnson, I believe, is far too fine an actor and professional to even consider that role under such controversy – and with so high an emotional impact from both of their fan bases.
    As much as I love “The Rock”, I certainly would not go to see it – and my personal opinion of him would be considerably lowered as well, heartbreakingly.
    Disney needs to realize that The Pirates franchise will be RUINED without the man who brought it all to life in the first place!!!!!!! And that man IS AND ALWAYS WILL BE JOHNNY DEPP!!!!!!!

  75. Adrienne

    DO IT! I would LOVE to see just how much money Disney could lose on one movie. Between production costs and box office bust, it could be the ultimate failure in the history of moviemaking. Go ahead, Disney, cast an exwrestler musclehead with little discernable acting talent and even less in looks to replace a beloved, incredibly handsome, talented artistè – the very person who created that character. After all these years, the Disney “geniuses” still don’t understand the “Jack is Johnny/Johnny is Jack” sexual mystique and how it cannot be replaced by any other actor – or wrestler. Reference the old saying, “every man wants to be him; every woman wants to be with him.” Go ahead, Disney, I want to see just how much you can lose on one movie.

  76. Troy

    No Johnny, No POTC.

  77. Troy

    Better Yet. Get Dylan Mulvaney to play Capt Jack and see what happens.

  78. The Rock wont do it. He doesnt have that kind of personality The film will be a disaster.

  79. Debby Y

    Although I enjoyed Johnny Depp, I am disappointed in the way he treats his fans.
    I believe there are other actors out there who can fill his shoes much better that Dwayne Johnson.

    1. Verónica

      Desappointed how he treats his fans?!! Please, explain yourself because I have never seen another actor/star treating his fans better then Johnny Depp!

  80. I agree with you Sandra

  81. It's me

    There can only be one Jack Sparrow (There should be a. Captain in there somewhere). 😂 To replace Johnny Depp with Dwayne Johnson is a joke !!! Nope I won’t go period.

  82. Matthew

    In a wholly unexpected turn of events, Disney has publicly apologized to Johnny Depp for the company’s role in the strained relationship between the talented actor and Walt Disney Pictures and has extended an offer to him to reprise his legendary role as Captain Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise.Apr 1, 2023
    They did apologize nearly 2 weeks ago.

    1. A. V.

      Did you not look at the date that that article was written, or…? 🤔

  83. Just no. Depp or nothing. I won’t go see it with the rock in it

  84. Dan

    There is only one Captain Jack Sparrow,Johnny Depp.

  85. Mary Lou Smith

    No. Say it’s not true. I will loose every bit of respect for the Rock. Love you to pieces but part of that is your a good guy. No one can replace Johnny. Please don’t ruin your hard earned reputation.

  86. Ian

    I agree that nobody can play Jack Sparrow the way Johnny Depp can. Johnny is Jack Sparrow. Johnny Depp is Pirates of the Caribbean and continuing the franchise without him will just kill Disney’s reputation even further.

  87. Debbie

    Disney executives need to grow up and apologize to Johnny and get him back. You have to realize that Johnny is Captain Jack Sparrow and no character will make fans forget him.
    No Johnny no franchise.

  88. Teri

    DJ is to big and bulky to play Capt Jack Sparrow! Johnny is the only actor who can portray Capt Jack Sparrow! Savy?

  89. Evie

    I WOULD BE THRILLED IF Dwayne Johnson replace depp? The ROCK BEATS dep in ALL categories.

  90. Brenda

    It’s Johnny all the way or no way at all!

  91. Kaybrelea

    As much as I like the Rock ,Hell No !He could never do it justice,No one could.Johnny Depp is unlike any other.I shall say it again,HELL NO!!!

  92. Disney you would be better off Starting Rock with a New Movie Franchize of his own and Pray it Take off, I love The Rock,but he should know That he Cannot Take Johnny’s Place and Disney has Sunk the POTC ship if Depp does not get back on Board ! Disney You will Lose Money on this Debacle haven’t You Figured This Out Yet ! We’re Johnny Depp Fans…. Always !

  93. Carol Bilyeu

    Johnny Depp or won’t Watch ! That Simple ….Disney!

  94. DADesigns59

    If the next Pirates movie doesn’t have Johnny Depp in it, I won’t watch it.

  95. CeeMi

    Johnny Depp made the loveable character POTC Capt Jack Sparrow. Disney fired him based on the outcome of 1st court case with ex wife. He cleared his name so Disney does owe him an apology. They seem to think POTC can carry on without Jack. It will have to be a different movie because Dwyane Johnson is a very different personality to Johnny. I think Depp should move on as he has the acting skills to create long memorable characters. Johnson is more of a action figure. Johnny is just loveable. He makes characters almost real that audiences feel like u r there with him. my kids would cry at the thought of their beloved Jack Sparrow in trouble. Disney, make a new movie and let POTC go. 5 is enough besides there wouldn’t be a Barbossa. Time to let POTC go.

  96. Gee-Ann

    Let me just start off by saying that I have nothing against Dwayne Johnson, but if Disney thinks they can bring in The Rock, or anyone else for that matter, to replace Johnny Depp, they are insane.
    The only reason POTC was a success was because of Johnny Depp. He IS the franchise. He is the reason people go to watch the films, and the sooner Disney realizes that, the better.

    It’s been a year since the trial. Disney needs to accept that they f***ed up by firing Johnny from that franchise, and they need to make a massive public apology, and beg for Johnny to come back as Captain Jack Sparrow.

    I would 100% support Johnny’s decision to tell Disney to stick their offer, but they should still make that offer to Johnny anyway.

    I think I speak for millions of people when I say that if Johnny isn’t Captain Jack, then I will NOT support the franchise or Disney anymore.

    Do the right thing Disney. If you are too far up your own a&&e& to own up to your mistake, then rather kill the franchise, because trying to replace Johnny with anyone else or attempting to make another Pirates film without Johnny, will be the biggest mistake Disney ever makes.

    I just hope that The Rock, or anyone else asked to replace Johnny or reprise their role in the film, has enough sense to turn Disney down, because it won’t end well for Disney or any of the actors who agree to do another POTC film without Johnny.

    I think that Disney severely underestimates the loyalty of Johnny’s fan base.

  97. CeeMi

    In fact, trying to make Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Capt Jack Sparrow is like saying he can be Luke Skywalker or Han Solo or even Vader. Not happening! 1st 3 POTC were great, last 2 were OKish. Look around Disney land and give The Rock the opportunity 2 build his own memorable character. Don’t ruin Capt Jack.

  98. Kat

    If Johnny is not in the next “Pirates” movie I will not see it either! Johnny IS CAPT’N JACK SPARROW. Wake up Disney!!!

  99. Carolyn Robinson

    NO One can replace Johnny Depp as Capt Jack Sparrow!!! He made that character! He developed all there is about Capt Jack and did a mighty fine job of it as well! I don’t think the fans will ever accept anyone other than Johnny and Disney would be making a grave mistake to replace him with anyone else. I’m not sure Johnny wants to return to Disney, but that would be Disney’s loss!

  100. J Rosser

    Disney made an error in firing Jonny Depp. I think who ever replaces Johnny Depp will not make the film successful. Maybe 20yrs from now? Disney needs to listen to the public and negotiate with Johnny Depp.

  101. Lizzo

    One of many things that made Rush an amazing band is that when Neil Peart left following personal tragedies, Geddy & Alex didn’t try to replace him. The band was done. Let Capt. Sparrow rest in peace. The series is done without Johnny Depp.

  102. Cyndi

    Won’t watch anyone but Depp as Capt Jack! Disney and Warner have shot themselves in the foot by blacklisting Depp. Won’t watch anything made by them anymore.

  103. Daniel

    Easy choice. No Depp, no “Pirates”. He IS the franchise.

  104. Deborah

    No to Pirates without Johnny!

  105. Kameron

    If Johnny Depp isn’t in the movie I won’t be seeing it…and ESPECIALLY if they replace him with the GOON the “rock”🤮🤮

  106. Stolenpoet

    Disney has lost mr Depp
    Dont understand what they are thinking whit. Mr Depp is the onley one who are abel to be captain Jack S.
    Disney has really lost mr everything.

  107. Joy

    If Johnny Depp is not in Priates of the Caribbean I’m not watching it. As much as I like The rock I’m still refusing to watch the franchise

  108. Fran

    Johnny Depp only for potc

  109. Jackie

    Try risking it with the rock. It might be fun to watch. But don’t expect it to be a blockbuster though. Drink up me hearties yoho.

  110. Creberusan

    If you want Johny Depp back, just give him the 300m and a million alpacas. If not, then let it go, simple as that.

  111. Robert

    I don’t care how big of a talent you think you are. You will not replace Captain Jack Sparrow. I won’t go see any PotC without Johnny Depp!

  112. Carole

    I absolutely will not go see it with Johnson or anyone in it. If Johnny Depp isn’t in it I won’t go! Period

  113. Julie

    #NoJohnnyNoPirates

  114. Kim

    I love Johnson. But it won’t work. There is no other Jack Sparrow. Disney needs to find another franchise. They blew themselves up when they called Johnny guilty until proven innocent.

  115. Kat

    I love Johnny Depp and Dwayne Johnson, but to have Johnny replaced? You can’t, he IS Pirates of the Caribbean. Sadly and unfortunately, Disney threw him away, and both him and the POTC films are going down with the Black Pearl! Thanks a lot, Disney! You know, MR. Walt Disney would never have done what all you pompous asses are doing. He had class, and it wasn’t for the money, it was for the kids and families! Now, all you see are dollar signs. Just like you literally ruined Disneyland!! We don’t even recognize it anymore, who’s bright is was that? And the prices?? Middle class and lower can’t even go now! I’m now in my mid 60s, disabled in a wheelchair, husband not in good health, we’d like to just stroll around in our chairs, buy can’t at your outrageous prices! Last time I went, I was 39 years old, then medical issues started. So, I sadly and tearfully say, I guess my dreams and wishes of ever going again, is shattered. Thank you

  116. JanN

    I refuse to spend my time or money to see anyone other than Johnny Depp play Captain Jack Sparrow. Come on, I like the Rock but Johnny Depp MADE that movie franchise what it is. Quirky and fun! I don’t think it will work without him.

  117. Sierra

    The Rock is awesome and I love Disney but the people saying Disney did Johnny wrong are so right. Disney tries making a Pirates of the Caribbean without Johnny and I will never watch it. Jack Sparrow is not Jack Sparrow if Johnny Depp isn’t the actor portraying him.

  118. Marianne

    Pirates of the Caribbean IS Johnny Depp. Disney is setting Dwayne Johnson up for a Big Fall!

  119. Emogene

    I will refuse to go see Pirates of the Caribbean. Johnny Depp can never be replace. If they replace him we should boycott Disney and not go see this fake movie.

  120. Martha Echols

    I think 💭 it would be really great if Johnson was in the money vie with Johnny Depp . But not replace Johnny Depp as Black Sparrow. Disney needs Johnny Depp . Same goes with Fantastic Beast . He’s the best for the movies 🍿 he’s just got what makes the movie. The I guess the Magic 🪄

  121. Roe

    The Rock, Dwayne Johnson. If a live action movie were to be made.of “Popeye” he would be perfect for the role.
    Its about time Disney apologizes to Johnny Depp and get started with the next POC.

  122. Sandy

    Johnny Depp is Captain Jack Sparrow. He cannot be replaced!!

  123. Jane

    It is not POTC without Johnny Depp. He made Captain Jack Sparrow and and it belongs to him forever. Count me out.

  124. Cheryl

    Although I love the Rock. I would not like him to even fantom replacing Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow. There is only one. Why would anyone want to even work with Disney after what they did to Johnny. Means they can do it to anyone. Fans are the ultimate Boss like Depp has often expressed. Pirates of the Carabean has been ruined for me and I am sure alot of others. If you can dismiss someone who made you so much money I wouldn’t expect them back either nor would I be trying to get him back by throwing other Hollywood names at him either. Haven’t you disrespected Johnny and his talent enough without threatening to replace him with any other popular actor. Just doesn’t sitvright.

  125. Shirley Short

    I like Dwayne Johnson’s movies mostly but Johnny Depp is Captain Jack Sparrow & I wouldn’t go see a pirate’s movie if he wasn’t in it. What right does Disney have to axe him because of his ex-wife?? I believe she is a liar & I wouldn’t go see Aquama2 because she’s in it. Disney needs to remain unbiased about the trial as using a person’s life against him when none of them were there at the time of the incidents & his movie career shouldn’t be based on his personal life that no one was there to witness to say was a lie I think she is evel & her accusations should be taken with enormous # & grains of salt.

  126. Jason Bowles

    I love the rock and depp but pirates 6 would be nothing without depp

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