Johnny Depp to Make Major Hollywood Return as Scrooge
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Johnny Depp to star as Ebenezer Scrooge in new film, Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol. The seasoned character actor is set to bring new life to a timeless holiday classic, starring as Ebenezer Scrooge in the upcoming film Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol .
If the deal comes through, Depp would be joining the movie directed by Ti West, who recently directed the "X" trilogy of films to critical and commercial acclaim. Oscar-nominated Andrea Riseborough is also in talks to star.
A Christmas Carol for Paramount Pictures. Depp would play the title role of Ebenezer Scrooge, following in the footsteps of the likes of Bill Murray, Michael Caine, and Jim Carrey.
The last well-known film Depp previously starred in was 2018's Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. As a result of the controversial news stories surrounding his relationship with Heard, Depp was ultimately fired and replaced by Mads Mikkelsen for 2022's Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.