"Pirates of the Caribbean" is an American fantasy supernatural swashbuckler film series produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, based on the Walt Disney theme park attraction of the same name. The storyline is set in a fictionalized version of the Golden Age of Piracy around the mid-1600s to mid-1700s in the Caribbean. The series primarily follows the adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp, along with characters such as Hector Barbossa and Joshamee Gibbs. The film series began in 2003 with "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl," which was well-received and grossed $654 million worldwide. The successful franchise includes several sequels: "Dead Man's Chest" (2006), "At World's End" (2007), "On Stranger Tides" (2011), and "Dead Men Tell No Tales" (2017). These films blend action, fantasy, and humor, focusing on pirate escapades, curses, and battles for control of the seas. The franchise is notable for its thrilling maritime adventures, supernatural elements, and memorable characters, making it a major component of Disney's media offerings with a significant cultural impact and commercial success. Additionally, a sixth film teaser trailer was released in 2025, indicating continuation of the series.