LOS ANGELES – Hollywood star Johnny Depp is staging a major comeback, joining the cast of an upcoming studio-backed remake of the classic tale A Christmas Carol. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Ti West, the film will see Depp portray the iconic miser‐turned‐redeemed Ebenezer Scrooge.
The new adaptation, titled Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, is co-starring Andrea Riseborough and penned by screenwriter Nathaniel Halpern. Produced by Paramount Pictures, it will mark Depp’s return to a major U.S. studio production after several years of independent and international projects.
Reportedly set for a November 13, 2026 release, the film promises a darker, more atmospheric take on Dickens’ beloved ghost story — blending Depp’s signature eccentric charm with Ti West’s eerie directorial style.
Analysts view the project as a pivotal moment in Depp’s career — not just for returning to a big-budget studio film, but also for tackling a role known for its redemptive arc, mirroring the actor’s own narrative of reinvention.
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