The exclusion of Johnny Depp from Pirates of the Caribbean 6 has triggered a substantial backlash, with calls for a boycott of the film. Craig Mazin, the creator of The Last of Us, added fuel to the fire by teasing an unconventional script he had developed for the sequel. While Mazin confirmed that the project could proceed with his screenplay after the resolution of WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, there was no mention of Johnny Depp making an appearance, despite previous announcements of his absence.
The news of Johnny Depp’s exclusion from Pirates of the Caribbean 6 has ignited a storm of outrage among fans. Taking to Twitter with the hashtag #NoJohnnyNoPirates, users threatened to boycott the film upon its theater release.
Account @Pigs_FlyHere suggested that watching The Curse of the Black Pearl instead would send a clear message to Disney about what the audience truly desires.
@deppbrazilfc joined the #NoJohnnyNoPirates movement, sharing images of Depp as the iconic Jack Sparrow. Representing Depp fans in Brazil, this account demonstrates the widespread global affection for Depp and the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. International viewers expressing their discontent with Pirates of the Caribbean 6 only exacerbated the film’s predicament, which may suffer at the box office due to the anticipated boycott.
Echoing similar sentiments, @NicoleH9916 incorporated the hashtag #JohnnyDeppIsJackSparrow into their message.
Drawing attention to Depp’s continued notoriety amidst controversies, @Supernatural979 argued that the actor is no longer held in high regard by the public.
@wonkamatters demanded that Disney “Bring back Captain Jack Sparrow” or face the consequence of losing viewership. Tagging Disney in their tweet, the user urged the entertainment giant to acknowledge the overwhelming support for Depp.
The Absence of Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean 6
Prior to Depp’s defamation trial with ex-wife Amber Heard, there were expectations for his return as Jack Sparrow in the next Pirates of the Caribbean installment. However, Depp later revealed that he had been fired from Pirates of the Caribbean 6, despite the trial’s ruling against Heard. Disney has not refuted these claims, and in light of Mazin’s update, it appears that the franchise will move forward without Depp.
The viewers’ outraged response might potentially influence Disney to reconsider their decision. Following the critical and domestic box office disappointment of 2017’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, Disney may explore alternative avenues to ensure the success of Pirates of the Caribbean 6. If the audience’s sway holds any weight, the reinstatement of Captain Jack Sparrow would be the key to revitalizing the franchise’s prospects.