Depp Returns to the Caribbean Sea

Actor Johnny Depp will be returning to his most recognized role, that of Captain Jack Sparrow for a fourth film in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” film franchise.

When the third film closed out with such huge numbers, many fans wondered if the reclusive star could be coaxed back for a fourth. Then rumors really spread when Depp himself indicated during a red carpet interview that he felt the character still had a lot to say and do and wouldn’t shy away from taking him on again sometime in the future.

After accepting the role of Tonto for the next “The Lone Ranger” remake and the part of the Mad Hatter for a Tim Burton reimagining of “Alice in Wonderland,” Depp said that he will definitely be reprising Captain Jack for another “Pirates.” Jerry Bruckheimer is also on board to produce the Disney sequel and also the “Ranger” film. Depp is has also been tapped to star in “Sin City 3.”

Eactly when the next Pirates film will come to pass is anybody’s guess. Depp’s slate is pretty full with a total of 9 new films (not including “Pirates 4″) on his docket at various stages of development.

To date, all three “Pirates of the Caribbean” films combined have grossed well over $2.5 billion worldwide.