Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

| 2017

Directed by: Joachim Rønning, Espen Sandberg

Main Plot

In "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales," Captain Jack Sparrow finds himself pursued by the vengeful Captain Salazar, who has escaped from the Devil's Triangle with his ghostly crew. Salazar is determined to kill every pirate at sea, including Sparrow. To survive, Jack must locate the legendary Trident of Poseidon, which grants its possessor total control over the seas. Alongside him are Henry Turner, a young sailor seeking to free his father from a curse, and Carina Smyth, an astronomer with a mysterious connection to the Trident. Their quest is fraught with danger, as they face treacherous waters, supernatural threats, and old enemies. The film weaves together themes of redemption, legacy, and the enduring allure of the sea, culminating in a high-stakes battle for control of the ocean's most powerful artifact.

Characters

  • Johnny Depp plays Captain Jack Sparrow, a witty and eccentric pirate who seeks the Trident of Poseidon to break all curses at sea and evade deadly ghost sailors.
  • Geoffrey Rush plays Captain Hector Barbossa, a pirate who allies with Jack Sparrow to find the Trident of Poseidon and confronts his past.
  • Javier Bardem plays Captain Armando Salazar, a vengeful ghost pirate hunting Jack Sparrow to break his curse and reclaim dominance over the seas.

Ending Explained

In "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales," directed by Joachim Rønning and Espen Sandberg, the climax unfolds with Captain Jack Sparrow, Henry Turner, and Carina Smyth confronting the ghostly Captain Salazar. They seek the Trident of Poseidon, a powerful artifact that can break all curses at sea. The trio locates the trident on a hidden island, and during a fierce battle, Henry shatters it, lifting the curses, including the one on his father, Will Turner, who is freed from the Flying Dutchman. As the sea splits apart, Salazar and his crew revert to human form but are left vulnerable. Jack, Henry, and Carina narrowly escape as the ocean closes in, leaving Salazar to his fate. The film concludes with Will Turner reuniting with his wife, Elizabeth Swann, and their son, Henry. Jack Sparrow sails away on the Black Pearl, ready for new adventures. The post-credits scene hints at the return of Davy Jones, suggesting future conflicts. This ending ties up the characters' arcs while leaving room for potential sequels.

Joachim Rønning Espen Sandberg Action Adventure Fantasy Johnny Depp Geoffrey Rush Javier Bardem