LDT “Johnny Depp to Star as Ebenezer Scrooge in Ti West’s Dark Reimagining of A Christmas Carol”
Johnny Depp is officially returning to the big screen in one of literature’s most iconic roles — Ebenezer Scrooge — for a bold new adaptation of A Christmas Carol, directed by Ti West, the visionary filmmaker behind X and Pearl.
Titled Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol, the film promises a haunting, psychological take on Charles Dickens’ timeless holiday tale. Early descriptions suggest West’s version will delve deeper into the supernatural and moral unraveling of Scrooge, blending Gothic atmosphere with emotional depth.
The movie is slated for release on November 13, 2026, marking Depp’s most high-profile role since his recent return to Hollywood. Known for his transformative performances in Edward Scissorhands, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Sweeney Todd, Depp is expected to bring both gravitas and complexity to the role of the miserly businessman haunted by Christmas spirits.
Industry insiders describe the project as a “dark Christmas fable for a new generation,” with Ti West’s signature style poised to reinvent the classic story for modern audiences.
Production is set to begin in early 2026, with additional casting announcements expected in the coming months.
