Overview

• Speaking at TheGrill 2025, producer Jerry Bruckheimer said Margot Robbie remains involved with the developing Pirates of the Caribbean project.
• Bruckheimer described a script-first approach, noting multiple drafts over the years and that the team is still working toward a version they are happy with.
• He said veteran writer Ted Elliott has worked on the current draft and that another writer was brought in to fill gaps.
• Bruckheimer said he has spoken with Johnny Depp and that any return would depend on how the role is written, with no commitment made.
• No casting deals or start date were announced, as Keira Knightley reported no conversations about her return and Orlando Bloom expressed interest in reuniting the original cast.