‘Blockbuster’ Jerry Bruckheimer splits with Disney as power
Hollywood studio to cut its losses after ‘The Lone Ranger’ proves costly
www.independent.co.ukI don’t have live access to current news in this moment, but I can share the latest widely reported updates up to 2025–early 2026 about Jerry Bruckheimer and his “epic” projects.
- Pirates of the Caribbean: The franchise continues to be a focal point for Bruckheimer. Reports in 2025 indicated development updates for Pirates of the Caribbean 6, with involvement from veteran writers and confirmation that the project is moving forward only when the script meets the team’s standards. This suggests ongoing momentum, even if release timing remains uncertain.[2]
- National Treasure 3: Updates in 2025–2026 pointed to ongoing discussions about a third installment, with the intention to bring back original director Jon Turteltaub and star Nicolas Cage, signaling a renewed push for a major continuation in that universe.[2]
- Other sequels in development: Bruckheimer referenced active development on sequels for Top Gun and F1 (plus Days of Thunder), with scripts in progress or expected drafts in the near term, indicating a broad slate of franchise chapters in motion beyond Pirates and National Treasure.[2]
Illustrative example:
- In 2025, Bruckheimer publicly explored script development for Pirates 6 and hinted that Margot Robbie remained attached to the Pirates project, while confirming that the team was evaluating the script before proceeding to production. This showcases the cautious approach to unlocking the next big chapter in his catalog.[2]
If you’d like, I can perform a quick up-to-date check for the latest confirmable headlines and provide direct citations.