Disney is hoping to sign up Johnny Depp to star in the sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film and a Disney Plus spin-off series in a $300 million deal, according to reports. Bosses are said to want the actor, 59, to reprise his role as the legendary Captain Jack Sparrow after he won his legal battle against his ex-wife Amber Heard, 36, earlier this month, according to Mirroronline.
It was reported that Johnny was dropped from the franchise in 2018, and he said during the recent defamation trial he wouldn't be open to returning in the future. But a source has claimed Disney want the actor in his iconic role not just for the sixth film, but also a spin-off series exploring the character's backstory.
The insider told Poptopic the company is offering him around £244 million. They told the outlet earlier this month: "Disney is very interested in patching up their relationship with [Depp]."
