Pittsburgh Pirates pitching coach Bill Murphy has drawn the ire of opposing broadcasters this season. It’s not unusual for teams to get on each other’s nerves during a mid-summer series. But a broadcaster-pitching coach beef is something new.

So, Pirates of the Caribbean 6 could be coming sooner rather than later, but who’s actually going to be in it? The original movies were huge, and fans want to know if the same cast will return, or if it’s a fresh start. Here’s what we know so far.

A noticeable decline in fastball velocity from Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, and Carmen Mlodzinski has become an emerging concern for the Pittsburgh Pirates despite the club's encouraging 2026 campaign.

The Pirates of the Caribbean films became one of the most recognizable modern adventure franchises, built on a mix of mythology, humor, and large scale production design. While the movies feel seamless on screen, behind the scenes they are full of surprising decisions, unexpected improvisations, and production challenges that shaped what audiences eventually saw. From casting choices that almost didn’t happen to physical sets, practical effects, and last minute script changes, the franchise evolved in ways most viewers never notice. Looking closer at the details reveals how much of its identity came from improvisation, accident, and creative problem solving during production. The franchise was heavily influenced by classic Disney theme park attractions. The ride served as the foundation for the entire concept. Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow was heavily inspired by rock star mannerisms rather than traditional pirate portrayals. The character’s final tone was very different from early studio expectations. Davy Jones was created using groundbreaking motion capture technology for its time. The design combined practical prosthetics with digital animation in complex ways. The production shifted locations to new international settings for a different visual tone. It marked a change in creative direction for the franchise. The musical score blended orchestral themes with modern cinematic intensity. It became one of the most recognizable soundtracks in adventure films. The film brought back classic elements from earlier entries in the series. It also introduced new mythology tied to the franchise lore. Large parts of the film were shot back to back with the previous installment. This production strategy was highly unusual for blockbuster franchises at the time. The design of the Flying Dutchman crew required extensive practical makeup effects. Each character had unique underwater decay inspired details. The franchise’s success helped revive interest in pirate themed blockbusters. It became one of Disney’s most successful modern film properties.

So, Pirates of the Caribbean 6 could be coming sooner rather than later, but who’s actually going to be in it? The original movies were huge, and fans want to know if the same cast will return, or if it’s a fresh start. Here’s what we know so far.