'Ebenezer': Johnny Depp transforms into Scrooge in first trailer from 'A Christmas Carol' adaptation; surprises fans at Comic-Con
Johnny Depp made a surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con to promote his upcoming horror-fantasy film 'Ebenezer', an adaptation of 'A Christmas Carol'. The film, directed by Ti West, is scheduled for a November 13 theatrical release.
Why it matters
The event marks a notable return for Depp to a major studio project, generating significant buzz among fans and industry observers.
Johnny Depp sent fans a San Diego Comic-Con into a frenzy on Thursday, as he stepped into the shoes of Ebenezer Scrooge to promote his upcoming horror-fantasy film 'Ebenezer', adapted from Charles Dickens' famed A Christmas Carol.The actor, who has largely stayed away from major Hollywood studio projects in recent years, delighted fans with an in-character interaction at the convention.Johnny Depp surprises fans at Comic-ConDressed in a long overcoat, top hat and sporting Scrooge's trademark gruff behaviour, Depp emerged from a faux snow-covered storefront labelled "Scrooge and Marley". His unexpected appearance quickly drew a crowd, with fans cheering him on as he playfully berated the audience. "Do you have jobs? It seems as though you have so much spare time. Why are you here?" he was quoted saying to a member of the audience, drawing laughter from the crowd."I can only say you're all very, very strange people.
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