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Pirates of the Caribbean

Pirates of the Caribbean began as a Disney theme park ride in 1967, inspired by pirate legends and novels. It evolved into a media franchise, including films, books, and video games. The film series follows the adventures of Captain Jack Sparrow, a charismatic pirate, as he navigates treacherous waters, battles supernatural foes, and seeks treasure. Recurring characters include Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann, whose lives become intertwined with piracy. The films blend action, humor, and fantasy elements, exploring themes of freedom, loyalty, and the allure of the pirate life.

March 18, 1967: Pirates of the Caribbean ride opens at Disneyland

On March 18, 1967, the Disneyland version of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride opened. Walt Disney participated in designing the ride, which debuted three months after his death. The ride also gave rise to the song "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)".

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1967: Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean Ride Opens

In 1967, the Pirates of the Caribbean ride opened at Disneyland. It was one of the last attractions Walt Disney oversaw before his death.

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2003: Release of The Curse of the Black Pearl

In 2003, Pirates of the Caribbean became a media franchise with the release of 'The Curse of the Black Pearl'.

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2007: Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island is updated

In 2007, Disney added references to the Pirates of the Caribbean film series to Pirate's Lair on Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland.

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2019: Franchise Grosses Over $4.5 Billion

By 2019, the Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise grossed over $4.5 billion worldwide, ranking it 16th among all-time highest-grossing franchises.

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