Disney Advances with Female-Led 'Pirates of the Caribbean 6', Fans Rally Against Move

Amidst controversy, Disney plans to rejuvenate the franchise with a new, younger cast, despite Johnny Depp's fans' skepticism.

Disney is moving forward with a female-led 'Pirates of the Caribbean 6', eyeing Ayo Edebiri for the lead role.
Johnny Depp's fans express strong opposition to the new direction, fearing it will fail without him.
The new installment aims to feature a younger cast in search of hidden treasure, diverging from the original series.
Despite the controversy, Disney and producer Jerry Bruckheimer are exploring new narratives for the franchise.
Johnny Depp has stated he would not return to Disney for $300 million and a million alpacas, following his legal battles.