Top Ten Pirates of the Caribbean Characters
Captain Jack Sparrow, played by Johnny Depp, is a fictional character and the main protagonist in the Pirates of the Caribbean film series. He is a pirate in the film series... read more Best character, no argument in that. Best character for me anyway... He's H-I-L-A-R-I-O-U-S. Every single line he says, every single step he takes, he manages to (at LEAST) make me giggle. Wobbly walking style, undying love for rum, deadly breath, arrogance, and absolute brilliance in sword fighting. Cowardice, coming up with ridiculous, pathetic yet intelligent ideas... Need I say more?
He could be the worst pirate anyone has ever heard of, but at least people have HEARD of him.
Best marksman, best planner, best face, best maneuvering and acrobatic skills. At his age, he could still do flips, jump off high places, and land on his feet. He was able to launch himself from one ship to another using a cannon. One of the best swordsmen, probably a good dancer too (Pirates of the Caribbean 4). Best at tricking, bending the rules, being a cannibal god, being a middle-aged man, swinging from ships, keeping jars, composing, singing, and drinking (the man could probably drain 27 bottles in under a minute).
Best at collecting items, being patient, privateering, and being a merchant (sorry, let me correct myself, ONCE the best merchant sailor). Best morals, once owned the best items (Sword of Cortés). Owns the best items (compass and that jar of dirt). Best pick-up lines, best at being mysterious, adapting, being anti-social, best mental person out there, and best at being confusing. Would have probably been one of the greatest meme makers, best hair, best antics, and lastly, Jack was played by the BEST actor out there: Johnny Depp.
BEST CHARACTER. DESERVES RESPECT. EVEN IF HE ain't REAL.
Captain Hector Barbossa is a fictional character in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, portrayed by Geoffrey Rush. He appears in all five films in the series... read more Barbossa is my favorite character in POTC mainly because he has goals and motivations in all movies, and I love that by the fifth movie, he rules the seas. A fantastic pirate played exceptionally well by Geoffrey Rush. Also, his rivalry with Jack is great!
Great character, very important for the whole series! Impressive sword fighting and tough piratical behavior. I also love the rivalry between him and Jack when it comes to the Black Pearl.
What makes him great is that he is a true pirate. The way he talks, moves, and fights, he actually said "ARRR" at some points. No one else can be that much of a pirate and still be an utter badass. Barbossa puts the 'Pirate' in Pirates of the Caribbean.
Davy Jones is a fictional villain character in the Pirates of the Caribbean feature film series, who first appears in the second film, Dead Man's Chest and returns in the series' third installment, At World's End. My heart and soul (ha ha) go out to a tragic villain: Davy Jones. He seems cruel and heartless on the outside, but as my grandma always said, "Even though they say a man's actions speak louder than his words, sometimes a man's expressions speak louder than his actions." I believe it, especially for Davy Jones.
Also, Bill Nighy, the actor who played Davy Jones, is awesome! I LOVE YOU BILL! I also love a joke he made about his character: "I don't understand any of it, but I'm currently the world's second-best holder for playing the pipe organ with an imaginary octopus beard." #JonesAin'tDead
William "Will" Turner is a fictional character and main protagonist in the first three Pirates of the Caribbean films. The best character in the POTC series! The reason why I became a fan of POTC and the reason why I never became a fan of On Stranger Tides since he is not in it. No Will Turner = No Pirates of the Caribbean. Will Turner is a really great and deep character created by the great actor Orlando Bloom. Thank you, Orlando!
I have met so many people who hate Will with a passion, and I don't think it is fair. Sure, they have their reasons, but Will was the reason the movies began (not Sparrow, strangely enough). Bottom line: No Will, no movie. Or at least a seriously depressing one where everyone dies and pirates take over the world.
Bonus point: Orlando Bloom. 'nough said.
Elizabeth Swann, played by Kiera Knightley, is the female protagonist of the first three Pirates of the Caribbean films. My favorite character besides Jack himself. But Jack doesn't count. He's everyone's favorite character.
Wait a minute... The mermaid got higher than the princess turned pirate? Yeah... No!
Elizabeth is an awesome, kick-butt woman, and she is so inspiring. I love her!
Gibbs is the truest, most good-natured, and kind-hearted of the pirates. His mix of folksy advice, superstition, and overall loyalty gives balance to the series. If Jack is an "utter rascal," Gibbs is the utter rascal's dad.
Gibbs is the one that guides you through Pirates of the Caribbean.
One of the best sword fighters in the movie. He squared off with both Jack and Will and managed to steal Davy Jones' heart. Also, he didn't deserve to die like he did. At least he did the right thing at the end.
Now that's what I call character development. He is, to me, the most real character in Pirates of the Caribbean and is incredibly well portrayed. My favorite by far!
He's a very well-developed character, and his death was so darn sad! I feel bad for him. My number one favorite character!
He's a heartbreaking character, beautifully crafted and acted.
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Ok, glad she's here. I was worried she wouldn't show at all. Jackelica fanfics are the best, and their romance scenes in the movie are a bit unerring considering it's Jack, but still pretty ok.
The daughter of Blackbeard and former love interest of Jack Sparrow.
He's the most important second character. He's been there since the beginning, keeping one of the 9 pieces of 8. He's been key in solving the issues and conflicts of the movies.
Edward Teach or Edward Thatch, better known as Blackbeard, was an English pirate who operated around the West Indies and the eastern coast of Britain's North American colonies.
Okay, I literally have a crush on this guy here.
Henry is the son of William Turner, so he naturally has to be amazing!
My favorite character, with 2 quotes admiring Jack's great escapes. I'm glad he had a bigger role in Stranger Tides than in other movies. I wish they didn't kill him off. Maybe they could have had him join Barbossa's pirate crew? Loved him in At World's End though.
Loved him. He always admired Jack Sparrow, although he was part of the British. And the way they killed him off was probably one of the worst ever. Gonna miss him in the 5th movie.
They should have expanded his character instead of killing him in the 4th movie. He could have played a more major part in the next films, but that's not gonna happen, I guess.
An orphan who uses her father's diary to search for the Trident of Poseidon.