Johnny Depp surprised fans with his look on a movie set in London. In the upcoming adaptation of A Christmas Carol, he's portraying Ebenezer Scrooge with striking makeup and costume. In shooting photos, he's almost unrecognizable.
Actor Johnny Depp was recently spotted on a movie set in London, filming scenes for an upcoming adaptation of Charles Dickens' story titled Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol. This is a new take on the classic holiday tale known in Czech as Vánoční koleda. It's Depp's return to major Hollywood productions after spending a few years focused on smaller films and directing.
Depp plays the main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, a grumpy and miserly old man who transforms into a kinder soul. This work is one of the most famous in world literature.
In the first photos from the set, Depp looks almost unrecognizable. He’s in period costume, with dramatic makeup, gray facial hair, and a wrinkled old man appearance. He’s wearing a blue-black coat and a nightcap, which, along with the makeup, completes the character's identity.
The film is directed by Ti West, known for horror films like X and Pearl, suggesting that this new adaptation might have a darker twist. Alongside Depp, the movie features actors and actresses like Ian McKellen, Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, and Sam Claflin. The film’s premiere is slated for November 13, 2026.
