I am a big fan of all the <em>Pirates of the Caribbean</em> movies. Without Johnny Depp, the franchise would be non-existent, as I believe he is the main reason why most people enjoy the movies. Without the charm of Captain Jack Sparrow, I dare say the movies would not be as alluring. As soon as you take ANY main character out of anything, the movie/show loses its spark, as well as many viewers' interests. I think Disney would be making a grave mistake and insult all <em>Pirates of The Caribbean</em> fans everywhere if they make a new one without him. I don't care what they have to do to bring Depp back. In order to save the franchise, they must do it. I think it would be such a slap in the face if they proceeded without him. I'm not sure about you, but without Captain Jack Sparrow, Elizabeth, Will and Barbosa, the movies would never be the same. It would be a great shame to see the movie series suffer and lose its way.