The Pirates of the Caribbean movies have become one of the most successful franchises over the years. The exploits of witty Captain Jack Sparrow in the original trilogy captured the hearts of fans and he remains the most iconic captain to ever sail the seas.
While there is often debate about the quality of the later movies, each one still holds some truly brilliant and memorable scenes. From an evil Captain’s triumphant return to an epic wedding, here are Reddit s' favorite scenes from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies.
Barbossa's Return
Aside from Jack, Barbossa is often regarded as the best character in the movies. He evolved from a ruthless villain to a beloved hero, and that's partly down to his participation in Jack's rescue. After Jack’s death, Tia Dalma can see that the crew is in desperate need of guidance, prompting a familiar face to appear.
When Barbossa walks down the stairs, Reddit DragonHeart822 said they "got chills" watching it for the first time. Another Reddit , Ghdude1, agreed, stating "Goosebumps every time with that scene." Although Barbossa was absent for most of Dead Man's Chest, his triumphant return made the bleak ending somewhat exciting.
Jack's Final Showdown With The Kraken
There were countless times when Jack’s inner coward got the better of him, however, his final showdown with the Kraken brought to light the courageous Captain that everyone knew and loved. Eventually, the Kraken dragged the Pearl back to the depths, and Jack along with it produced Jack’s saddest scene in the entire franchise.
Reddit dontyoumindgang enjoys the scene because "Jack grows fearless in his final standoff with the Kraken." It was one of few times across the five movies where Jack was vulnerable and helpless, thus making it a memorable yet heartbreaking scene.
Jack Longs For The Pearl
There are few things Jack values, but the Black Pearl always remained his first love and most prized possession. It was the catalyst in driving his story in Curse of the Black Pearl. By the time Dead Men Tell No Tales comes around, he has the Pearl but it's trapped in a bottle - something which Jack keeps on him at all times.
After their bank robbery goes wrong, Jack’s crew abandons him. In a moment of sadness, Jack takes the Pearl from his pocket and sits it on the railing of his ship, imagining it sailing the seas once again. Reddit gibbeted-Jauntist refers to it as a "super sad moment", but likes it because "It feels like the good old Jack would do that."
Jack's Entrance
No pirate will ever live up to the iconic reputation set by Johnny Depp's Jack Sparrow. He is played with the perfect amount of eccentricity combined with witty intelligence, and his first appearance in Curse of the Black Pearl will forever be ed.
As the camera pans to Jack, it's assumed he’s captaining a large ship. Cut to a few seconds later, he is onboard a dinghy that is currently sinking. Reddit gatheloc thinks it was "a perfect and frankly, hilarious, introduction to the absurdity of the character."
Barbossa In The Moonlight
Curse of the Black Pearl is typically regarded as the best Pirates of the Caribbean film thanks to its authenticity and captivating storyline. In this movie, Barbossa is a heartless villain who shows no remorse for anything, doing and destroying whatever stands in his way of lifting his dreaded curse.
When Elizabeth discovers the pirate's skeletal bodies in the moonlight, she is horrified, having previously told Barbossa she no longer believes in ghosts. In this scene, Barbossa comes out with his best and most iconic quote from the franchise. Reddit greg225 believes this scene is amongst the greatest because "Geoffrey Rush completely owns every scene he's in" and "he's a joy to watch."
Will And Elizabeth's Wedding
There are many brilliant Pirates of the Caribbean scenes set on the ocean, and arguably, Will and Elizabeth’s wedding comes out on top. The two had been on a complex journey across the three films, with no one knowing how it would end up. Everything culminates in the final battle and during a maelstrom, Will finally makes his choice and asks Elizabeth to marry him.
Asking Barbossa to officiate, Will and Elizabeth say their vows while battling Davy Jones' crew. Their relationship was never straightforward, therefore it’s no surprise their wedding followed the same guidelines. Reddit scotiej believes the scene was the "most romantic thing" they've ever seen.
Jack And Salazar's Past
Dead Men Tell No Tales is often seen as the worst Pirates of the Caribbean movie, especially considering Jack Sparrow has visibly changed. Once a witty beloved captain, Jack became a severely intoxicated version of himself, arguably losing a part of his charm in the process.
In this movie, a flashback reveals Salazar's history with Jack. A young Jack uses his com and executes a bootleg turn, outsmarting Salazar and sending him straight into the devil’s triangle. Reddit Ghdude1 enjoys the scene because it’s "One of the few scenes where Jack acted like the Jack we saw in the previous movies."
Barbossa Says "No"
Pirates are never recognized as the smartest of people, however, Elizabeth’s first introduction with Barbossa shows he has his wits about him. Up until this point, very few people had got the better of the villainous captain, and his intelligence likely played a part.
When Elizabeth asks Barbossa to take her back to shore, Barbossa responds with "I'm disinclined to acquiesce to your request." - A clever, albeit slightly confusing line. Sensing the confusion on Elizabeth’s face, he simplifies it, telling her it "means no." Reddit jasonreid1976 loves the scene because it "completely demonstrates the sheer intelligence that Barbossa had."
Beckett Controls Jones
Cutler Beckett and Davy Jones were two of the evilest villains in Pirates of the Caribbean. They shared many similarities, both heartless, ruthless, and cruel to those they deemed less worthy of themselves. Although they fought for different things, it displayed that evil can take shape in any form.
When Beckett possesses the heart of Davy Jones, he takes over the seas. Although Jones is supposed to be the most feared of all, Beckett informs him that this is no longer his world, forcing him under the East India Trading Company’s rule. Reddit Redcoat1776UK loves "the contrast between the modern armed forces and the undead legend of the sea", calling the scene "absolutely brilliant."
Jack's Escape From The King
Jack was the master of elaborate escape plans. It seemed no matter what situation he found himself in, he would always find a way out, no matter how impossible it seemed. Although there is a significant time gap between At World's End and On Stranger Tides, Jack is quick to remind fans that he hasn’t changed one bit, conducting an elaborate escape to avoid arrest.
In a meeting with the King, Jack decides he's had enough of interrogation. While swinging from a chandelier, Jack manages to destroy and banquet and a window before escaping arrest once again. Reddit raiden_the_conquerer enjoys it because "it was just all round a fun ass scene to watch."
