Jerry Bruckheimer confirms plans to reboot 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise with new cast, possibly excluding Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow.

Two potential 'Pirates' projects were in development: a Margot Robbie-led film and a sixth installment by writers Craig Mazin and Ted Elliott.

The Margot Robbie 'Pirates' project has been shelved, with focus shifted to the script by Mazin and Elliott for the sixth film, described as 'weird'.

Johnny Depp's future involvement in the franchise is uncertain due to his recent industry ostracism and legal issues, including a libel trial.

The reboot is set to be the next release, continuing the franchise's legacy of high grossing films, each surpassing $650 million worldwide.

No release date or director for the new 'Pirates' film has been announced, and the 2023 WGA strike has delayed production, which is still in early stages.