Johnny Depp Ebenezer movie makes surprise Comic-Con debut
Johnny Depp made a surprise appearance at San Diego Comic-Con in character as Ebenezer Scrooge to promote his upcoming film 'Ebenezer'. The appearance marks a notable return to the public spotlight for the actor.
Why it matters
Depp's return to major film projects following high-profile legal battles is a significant cultural and industry event.
Hear this story SAN DIEGO — It's Christmas in July at San Diego Comic-Con .
Johnny Depp stunned fans at the convention on July 23 by showing up unannounced at a completely unrelated panel in character as Ebenezer Scrooge, from his upcoming movie "Ebenezer."
Depp, in full Scrooge getup with a top hat, cane and candle, appeared on stage to conclude Collider's Directors on Directing panel, which otherwise had nothing to do with Depp or Scrooge: It focused on a conversation with Zach Cregger and filmmaking duo Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley about their careers and upcoming movies "Resident Evil" and "Mayday," respectively.
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