Pirates of the Caribbean

"Pirates of the Caribbean" is a film franchise that debuted in 2003 with the release of "The Curse of the Black Pearl." Directed by Gore Verbinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the series follows the adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp, in a world of pirates and supernatural creatures. Despite initial skepticism from Disney executives due to the unconventional portrayal of Sparrow, the film became a surprise hit, earning over $654 million worldwide. Its success led to the release of four sequels, including "Dead Man's Chest" (2006), "At World's End" (2007), "On Stranger Tides" (2011), and "Dead Men Tell No Tales" (2017). The franchise is known for its memorable characters, thrilling action sequences, and a captivating soundtrack composed by Hans Zimmer. With a total box office gross surpassing $4.5 billion, "Pirates of the Caribbean" remains one of the most successful film franchises of all time.