Johnny Depp plays Jack Sparrow, a witty and unpredictable pirate captain on a quest to rescue his friend from the otherworldly dangers.
Orlando Bloom portrays Will Turner, a skilled swordsman and blacksmith who seeks to find his love, Elizabeth, and confronts the dangers of piracy.
Keira Knightley takes on the role of Elizabeth Swann, a strong-willed woman who becomes deeply involved in the world of pirates and seeks to save her loved ones.
Geoffrey Rush plays Hector Barbossa, a cunning and enigmatic pirate with a complex history who joins forces with Jack Sparrow.
Stellan Skarsgård portrays William 'Bootstrap Bill' Turner, Will Turner's father, who has a tragic connection to the supernatural forces of the sea.
Chow Yun-fat plays Sao Feng, an influential pirate lord who has his own ambitions and navigates the treacherous pirate politics.
Bill Nighy portrays Davy Jones, the menacing captain of the Flying Dutchman, who has a dark pact with his crew and a vendetta against Jack Sparrow.
Jack Davenport plays James Norrington, a former naval officer who struggles with his loyalties and seeks redemption in a world of piracy.
Kevin McNally portrays Joshamee Gibbs, Jack Sparrow's loyal friend and first mate who provides guidance and comic relief.
Tom Hollander plays Cutler Beckett, an ambitious East India Trading Company officer who aims to eliminate piracy in the Caribbean.
Naomie Harris takes on the role of Tia Dalma, a mysterious woman with supernatural powers who helps the protagonists on their journey.
Jonathan Pryce portrays Weatherby Swann, Elizabeth's father, who becomes entangled in the political struggles of the pirates.
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