Bold truth: Jerry Bruckheimer is back at it, steering two blockbuster futures at once, and the race between Pirates of the Caribbean and Top Gun is turning into a high-stakes showdown. Here’s the latest on where those franchise plans stand and what they might mean for fans and newcomers alike.
Jerry Bruckheimer, a twice-nominated Oscar producer, is actively laying groundwork for the next wave of mega-franchise films. He recently offered a status update on both Pirates of the Caribbean and Top Gun, saying he expects a fresh script soon for the Top Gun project.
“I think it’s a horse race between the two of them, so we’ll see,” he told Entertainment Tonight. “Right now, Top Gun is a hair ahead, but that’s it. We’re expecting a script shortly.”
While he kept details under wraps, Bruckheimer did mention that he has met with Margot Robbie about the next Pirates adventure, hinting at her potential involvement in the franchise’s future direction.
Previously, in 2024, he indicated that Jeff Nathanson was writing a reboot of Pirates of the Caribbean, following Nathanson’s work on the fifth film, Dead Men Tell No Tales. Separately, a Margot Robbie–led spin-off written by Christina Hodson was also in development.
On the topic of casting, Bruckheimer has suggested that Johnny Depp could reprise Jack Sparrow in a well-crafted reboot, though he emphasized that any revival would hinge on the script meeting a high standard. The next Pirates installment, however, is framed as a reboot rather than a direct continuation.
In other blockbuster news, Tom Cruise has been vocal about exploring new projects: he’s reportedly working on ideas for Top Gun 3 (potentially Days of Thunder 2 as well), signaling continued momentum for his iconic action universe.
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