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EspañolPIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN (FILM SERIES)
(Redirected from Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy)
'''Pirates of the Caribbean''' is a series of three adventure films directed by Gore Verbinski, written by Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. They are based on a Walt Disney theme park ride of the same name. The trilogy was first released on the big screen on July 9, 2003 with ''. After the unexpected success of the first film, Walt Disney Pictures revealed that a trilogy was in the works. '' was released three years later on July 7, 2006. The sequel proved to be a success beyond Walt Disney Pictures' dreams, breaking records worldwide the day of its premiere. In the end it acquired a total of $1,066,179,725 at the worldwide box office, becoming the third and fastest film to reach this staggering amount. The last film in the trilogy, '' was released worldwide on May 25, 2007. Altogether, the film franchise has grossed over $2.6 billion worldwide.
Screenwriters Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio have said they can only, focus on creating a trilogy from the first film, and look forward to finishing the sequels. They do admit that while a fourth film may happen, it is more likely "for right now, the trilogy is designed to come to a conclusion."[1] In February 2007, after filming was completed, Terry Rossio said they may try to write a screenplay, though "It's like the fourth ''Indiana Jones'' picture — there are forces in play to make it happen, and forces in play to make it not happen."[2]
Director Gore Verbinski is aware that Walt Disney Pictures would like to keep the franchise going, but regarding his involvement, feels, "The big danger is diminishing the brand... it would have to be a tale worthy of telling."[3] At a recent book signing, Berkeley Breathed, who is working with Verbinski on a film, suggested that "[Verbinski] is sick of pirates" and would prefer not to do another.[4]
Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has indicated interest in a spin-off,[5] but was exhausted by the trilogy's production.[6] Johnny Depp has stated that he would love to play Jack Sparrow for another trilogy "if they had a good script."[7] Keira Knightley has stated that she does not wish to continue playing her character of Elizabeth Swann as she wants to do different projects.[8]
Disney has reportedly made tentative plans to shoot a fourth film in 2009.[4]
1. EXCL: The Swashbucklin' Pirates Writers!
2. Exclusive interview: Terry Rossio
3. Pirates 3
4. Bon Voyage, Pirates?
5. Pirates of the Caribbean 4 Might Be a Spin-Off
6. Bruckheimer Won't Commit to Another 'Pirates' Movie
7. Depp on More Pirates Stax
8. Baz Bamigboye, "Swann song from pirate maid Keira", ''Daily Mail'', November 10, 2006.
9. Bon Voyage, Pirates?
'''Pirates of the Caribbean''' is a series of three adventure films directed by Gore Verbinski, written by Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. They are based on a Walt Disney theme park ride of the same name. The trilogy was first released on the big screen on July 9, 2003 with ''. After the unexpected success of the first film, Walt Disney Pictures revealed that a trilogy was in the works. '' was released three years later on July 7, 2006. The sequel proved to be a success beyond Walt Disney Pictures' dreams, breaking records worldwide the day of its premiere. In the end it acquired a total of $1,066,179,725 at the worldwide box office, becoming the third and fastest film to reach this staggering amount. The last film in the trilogy, '' was released worldwide on May 25, 2007. Altogether, the film franchise has grossed over $2.6 billion worldwide.
| Contents |
| Films |
| Principal cast |
| Future |
| References |
Films
| Title | Release date | Total worldwide box office | Total admissions | Inflation adjusted total box office ★ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| '' | July 9, 2003 | $654,000,000 | 108 million | $729,000,000 |
| '' | July 7, 2006 | $1,066,000,000 | 161 million | $1,086,750,000 |
| '' | May 25, 2007 | $956,000,000 | 141 million | $956,000,000 |
| 'Totals films 1-3' as of August 2007 | '$2,668,000,000' | '410 million' | '$2,769,750,000' | |
Principal cast
Future
Screenwriters Ted Elliott and Terry Rossio have said they can only, focus on creating a trilogy from the first film, and look forward to finishing the sequels. They do admit that while a fourth film may happen, it is more likely "for right now, the trilogy is designed to come to a conclusion."[1] In February 2007, after filming was completed, Terry Rossio said they may try to write a screenplay, though "It's like the fourth ''Indiana Jones'' picture — there are forces in play to make it happen, and forces in play to make it not happen."[2]
Director Gore Verbinski is aware that Walt Disney Pictures would like to keep the franchise going, but regarding his involvement, feels, "The big danger is diminishing the brand... it would have to be a tale worthy of telling."[3] At a recent book signing, Berkeley Breathed, who is working with Verbinski on a film, suggested that "[Verbinski] is sick of pirates" and would prefer not to do another.[4]
Producer Jerry Bruckheimer has indicated interest in a spin-off,[5] but was exhausted by the trilogy's production.[6] Johnny Depp has stated that he would love to play Jack Sparrow for another trilogy "if they had a good script."[7] Keira Knightley has stated that she does not wish to continue playing her character of Elizabeth Swann as she wants to do different projects.[8]
Disney has reportedly made tentative plans to shoot a fourth film in 2009.[4]
References
1. EXCL: The Swashbucklin' Pirates Writers!
2. Exclusive interview: Terry Rossio
3. Pirates 3
4. Bon Voyage, Pirates?
5. Pirates of the Caribbean 4 Might Be a Spin-Off
6. Bruckheimer Won't Commit to Another 'Pirates' Movie
7. Depp on More Pirates Stax
8. Baz Bamigboye, "Swann song from pirate maid Keira", ''Daily Mail'', November 10, 2006.
9. Bon Voyage, Pirates?
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