Johnny Depp to headline Ti West's 'Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol'
What's the story
Hollywood actor Johnny Depp is set to make a comeback with the upcoming film, Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol. Reports indicate that the Pirates of the Caribbean actor will play Ebenezer in this adaptation of Charles Dickens's classic novel, directed by Ti West. Andrea Riseborough has also been confirmed as part of the cast. This project marks a significant return for Depp after his widely publicized legal battles.
Release date
Release date and storyline of the film
The upcoming film, titled Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, is scheduled for release on November 13, 2026. The story will be a thrilling ghost story set in Dickens's London, following one man's supernatural journey to confront his past and fight for redemption. This role marks a significant return for Depp in his career following his highly publicized defamation lawsuit victory against ex-wife Amber Heard.
Production team
Director and production team behind the film
West is known for his work on horror and thriller movies such as The House of the Devil, In a Valley of Violence, MaXXXine, Pearl, X, and The ABCs of Death. Nathaniel Halpern has been brought on board to write the script for this adaptation. Emma Watts is involved in the production, with Stephen Deuters and Jason Forman also contributing as executive producers.