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A Journey Through Time: The Rise and Fall of the Pirates Franchise
To truly understand the current state of affairs, we need to rewind and revisit the timeline of events associated with Pirates of the Caribbean. It all began in 2003 with The Curse of the Black Pearl, quickly becoming a pop culture phenomenon that scored big at the box office and showcased Johnny Depp’s iconic portrayal of Captain Jack Sparrow. This success paved the way for additional sequels and created a merchandise goldmine for Disney.