Pirates of the Caribbean 6: Return Of Davy Jones – Trailer | Margot Robbie, Johnny Depp

Pirates of the Caribbean 6: Return Of Davy Jones – Trailer | Margot Robbie, Johnny Depp

There has also been no word about Pirates of the Caribbean 6's cast, meaning that the casting process might still be in progress.

If so, producers could intend to bring Butler on, but they are still in negotiations or early stages of consideration.

There is also the likely chance that Butler is being completely truthful, and he has not yet been contacted by Disney about the role.