Johnny Depp returns to Hollywood in Ti West's Ebenezer

Johnny Depp has made a significant return to American studio production, starring as Ebenezer Scrooge in the new film titled "Ebenezer." Directed by Ti West, known for his horror works such as "X," "Pearl," and "MaXXXine," this adaptation presents a dark, gothic, and supernatural take on Charles Dickens’s classic "A Christmas Carol." The screenplay was written by Nathaniel Halpern.

The film held its world premiere at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square in London on November 9, 2026. This marks Depp’s first major studio production since his role in "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" in 2018. The star-studded cast supporting Depp includes Ian McKellen as Jacob Marley, alongside Andrea Riseborough, Rupert Grint, Sam Claflin, Daisy Ridley, and Tramell Tillman.

Following the London premiere, the film is scheduled for release in Greece and Cyprus on November 12, 2026. While initial reactions to the film have been largely positive, Depp has also publicly discussed the potential for his future return to the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise.