It looks like Disney’s reboot of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise is back afloat. After losing Deadpool screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick earlier this year, Deadline reports that the studio has now hired Chernobyl creator Craig Mazin and Pirates of the Caribbean co-writer Ted Elliot to write the next instalment of the Pirates franchise. The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise has been a […]
When is a movie franchise beyond saving?
George Chrysostomou on movie franchises and when they are beyond saving… In a world of record breaking blockbusters year in year out, the big studios look to push their chosen franchise to their absolute financial limit in an effort to tell as many stories as they can whilst squeezing every last penny out of the […]
Disney to save $90 million after dropping Johnny Depp from next Pirates of the Caribbean movie
Back in October it was reported that Disney has decided to drop Johnny Depp from Pirates of the Caribbean, tapping Deadpool screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick to work on a script for a reboot of the blockbuster action-adventure franchise. The rumours were confirmed last month by Disney film production chief Sean Bailey, and now Forbes […]
Disney executive confirms Pirates of the Caribbean reboot without Johnny Depp
A Disney film executive has confirmed reports of a Pirates of the Caribbean reboot without Johnny Depp. The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise has been a hugely popular one over the years but with its lustre fading and the drawing ability of Johnny Depp also declining, Disney is reported to be rebooting the franchise without […]
Captain Salazar and the Silent Mary arrive in Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War
Players of Joycity’s Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War will be interested to hear that legendary pirate hunter Captain Armando Salazar and his ship, the Silent Mary, have been added to the game. There’s also the addition of Alliance battles, a brand new tier 3 tactician and a new event just for December. Pirate hunter Captain […]
Is Disney failing at creating original live action movies?
George Chrysostomou on Disney’s original live-action movies… The House of Mouse is one of the biggest content producers in the world. With its combination of theme parks, TV shows, toys, shops and soon to be released streaming service, Disney is ahead of much of the competition in regards to being a cultural cornerstone of our […]
Johnny Depp reportedly dropped as Captain Jack Sparrow from next Pirates of the Caribbean film
Earlier in the week it was reported that Disney has enlisted Deadpool screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick to pen a “reboot” of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, and now it seems we may have confirmation that we’ve seen the last of Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow. During an interview with The Daily Mail, original […]
Deadpool screenwriters in talks to reboot Pirates of the Caribbean
Despite Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales grossing almost $800 million at the worldwide box office, it looks like Disney is looking to shake up its swashbuckling fantasy adventure series with a reboot. According to Deadline, Disney has met with Deadpool screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, and the duo are now […]
Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War update brings Captain Jack Sparrow’s Shade
Mobile game developer Joycity has revealed details for the latest update coming to their hit mobile title Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War. This new update features Captain Jack Sparrow’s Shade, UI improvements and a 7 day check in event. Captain Jack Sparrow’s Shade will join the game as a new tactician and can be earned […]
Pirates of the Caribbean 6 rumoured to be in development
Despite Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales coming up some $250 million short of its predecessor On Stranger Tides, the fifth instalment of the swashbuckling fantasy series still managed to pull in a hefty $795 million worldwide, and it seems that may be enough to convince Disney to give the go ahead […]