Good question. As of 2025, there is no fully confirmed, publicly released detailed story or plot summary for Pirates of the Caribbean 6, because the film is still in development. So any “story” circulating right now is largely speculation or based on early rumors and outlines. Here’s what is known — and what’s being theorized — about what Pirates 6 might be about:
What We Know (or What Is Official / Reported)
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Sequel vs. Reboot
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Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has said that there are actually two scripts in development. One is more of a reboot, and one is more of a continuation / sequel.
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In more recent reporting, according to Italian Wikipedia, the sixth movie is being positioned as a direct sequel to Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (“La vendetta di Salazar”).
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There are conflicting ideas: some sources say “soft reboot,” others say “true sequel.”
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Possible Return of Original Cast
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According to some reports, Johnny Depp could return as Jack Sparrow in this sixth movie.
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There’s also talk of returning other original cast members: Orlando Bloom (Will Turner), Keira Knightley (Elizabeth Swann), Bill Nighy, and more.
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The screenplay is being worked on by writers Jeff Nathanson, Ted Elliott, and Craig Mazin.
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Setting / Filming
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Filming is reportedly set to begin in late 2025 in the Caribbean (Saint Vincent & the Grenadines).
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According to a production timeline, the setting will likely continue in the Caribbean, keeping the traditional “pirate world” feel.
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Story Hooks & Rumors
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One big speculative plot point: Davy Jones might return as a major antagonist. This theory comes from a post-credits scene in Dead Men Tell No Tales and fan / industry speculation.
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Another rumor: the film could revolve around a mythical artifact — possibly a “Trident of Time” (or some similarly magical item) — that has power over time or the sea.
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Some think there might be a “redheaded pirate” character inspired by the Redd character from the original Disneyland ride.
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What Isn’t Clear / Confirmed
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There’s no publicly confirmed full plot synopsis (as of now).
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We don’t know whether the story will lean more into fantasy (like older POTC films) or go more grounded.
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It’s uncertain whether new characters will be the main focus, or if it will largely bring back legacy characters.
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Because two scripts exist (one reboot, one sequel), it’s not yet clear which one will actually be used (or if both might be made in different forms).
My Interpretation & Likely Scenarios
Given everything:
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Most likely: The sixth film will be a sequel, not a full reboot, because recent reports lean in that direction.
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Jack Sparrow (possibly played by Depp again) could return in a meaningful way — not just a cameo — especially if this is truly a continuation.
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The return of Davy Jones is a popular theory, which would bring back one of the most iconic supernatural pirate villains.
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A magical artifact / “trident” plot could give the film a big, mystical “stakes” element — consistent with the series’ love of myth and magic.
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The film might aim to bridge the old guard (Jack, Will, Elizabeth) with new pirate characters, perhaps setting up a new generation or legacy.
Bottom line: There’s no confirmed, official story summary for Pirates of the Caribbean 6 (2025) yet — only rumors, early development notes, and scripts in progress. Most “plot” descriptions right now are speculative, based on interviews and fan theory.
If you like — I can check the very latest (2025) trade reports and see what the most up-to-date, credible leaks or announcements are about the plot. Do you want me to do that?
