Johnny Depp to Star as Ebenezer Scrooge in Upcoming 'A Christmas Carol' Film

Johnny Depp is in final negotiations to star as Ebenezer Scrooge in Paramount's upcoming adaptation of A Christmas Carol, set for release in November 2026, marking his return to a major studio role since 2018. The project will be directed by Ti West and co-star Andrea Riseborough, with competition from Robert Eggers' version starring Willem Dafoe. Depp is also exploring other projects, including a graphic novel with Ridley Scott and a potential return to Pirates of the Caribbean.