Trending Now - Johnny Depp Unveils 'A Christmas Carol' Footage at Cinemacon
WHO:
Deadline - Johnny Depp stars in the film "Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol."
Variety - The film is directed by Ti West.
WHAT:
Coming Soon - The film "Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol" is set for release in November 2026.
Deadline - Johnny Depp's transformation into Scrooge is described as "radically transformed," making him nearly unrecognizable to longtime Dickens fans.
Screen Rant - Johnny Depp's portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge is influenced by the 1951 Alastair Sim adaptation of "A Christmas Carol."
Screen Rant - Ian McKellen plays the role of Jacob Marley, appearing as a ghostly figure in the film.
Deadline - Paramount unveiled the first footage from "Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol."
Variety - The first-look footage of Johnny Depp's transformation into Scrooge received huge applause at CinemaCon.
WHERE:
Variety - The footage was presented during a CinemaCon event aimed at movie theater owners.
WHEN:
Deadline - The film is based on Charles Dickens' classic novella "A Christmas Carol," originally published in 1843.
Variety - The footage was debuted at CinemaCon in April 2026.
WHY:
Variety - Johnny Depp is returning to blockbuster filmmaking after his career was overshadowed by legal battles with ex-wife Amber Heard.
HOW:
Screen Rant - The first footage showcases a darker interpretation of the classic tale, highlighting the haunting elements of the story.
Deadline - The film is a new take on the frequently adapted work, showcasing a fresh interpretation of the classic story.
(UPDATED April 17, 2026 05:43 UTC)
The film "Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol" is set for release in November 20th26. Johnny Depp's portrayal of Scrooge has been described as "radically transformed," making him nearly unrecognizable to longtime fans of Dickens. This exciting adaptation promises to bring a fresh take on the classic tale.
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(UPDATED April 16, 2026 23:14 UTC)
Johnny Depp's portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge draws inspiration from the iconic 1951 Alastair Sim adaptation of "A Christmas Carol," as reported by Screen Rant. The film also features Ian McKellen in the role of Jacob Marley, appearing as a ghostly figure that adds to the story's eerie atmosphere. The first footage reveals a darker interpretation of the classic tale, emphasizing its haunting elements.
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(UPDATED April 16, 2026 21:15 UTC)
Paramount has unveiled the first footage from "Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol," starring Johnny Depp as Scrooge, during a CinemaCon event aimed at movie theater owners. The new take on Charles Dickens' classic novella, directed by Ti West, received huge applause for Depp's transformation into the iconic character. This marks Depp's return to blockbuster filmmaking after a challenging period overshadowed by legal battles with his ex-wife Amber Heard.