Phil Roberts 
Paramount Pictures invites you to experience a new Christmas classic in Johnny Depp’s portrayal of Scrooge in the first trailer for Ebenezer!
Get ready for a new Christmas classic, because Paramount Pictures has dropped the festive first trailer for Ebenezer. The new interpretation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol stars the master of misfits himself, the legendary Johnny Depp, who makes his triumphant return to the big screen after his well-publicized off-screen controversies. Joined by Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, and the legendary Ian McKellen, the film boasts an incredible cast and the directorial vision of Ti West, culminating in all the ingredients of an instant Christmas classic.
But does Johnny Depp still have the magic that made him a household name? Thankfully, we don’t have to wonder for long. Ebenezer made a spectacular splash at San Diego Comic-Con overnight, where Depp surprised fans in person and helped unveil the film’s first official trailer. If the Hall H reaction is anything to go by, the answer is a resounding “yes.”
So, dust off the Christmas decorations, warm up your best “Bah, Humbug!”, and settle in to watch the first trailer below.
SYNOPSIS
This November, Johnny Depp is Ebenezer Scrooge. The classic Christmas tale. Told like never before. From Ti West, EBENEZER also stars Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough, Sam Claflin, Daisy Ridley, Arthur Conti, Ellie Bamber, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Charlie Murphy, with Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen.
CAST & CREW
Ti West has assembled a seriously impressive ensemble for his fresh take on Dickens’ timeless classic. Leading the charge is the legendary Johnny Depp, joined by an all-star cast that includes Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough, Sam Claflin, Daisy Ridley, Arthur Conti, Ellie Bamber, Henry Lloyd-Hughes, Charlie Murphy, Tramell Tillman, and the incomparable Ian McKellen. With a lineup like that, this adaptation is already shaping up to be one to watch.
West isn’t just calling the shots from the director’s chair, either. He’s also serving as an executive producer alongside David Reid, Adam Bohling, Stephen Deuters, Jason Forman, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro, and Andrew Lary, bringing together a powerhouse creative team behind the scenes as well as in front of the camera.
POSTER
If the trailer hasn’t already tempted you to dust off your Victorian wardrobe, Paramount has another festive treat in store. The studio has also unveiled the film’s first official poster, and it’s every bit as atmospheric as you’d hope. The gloriously atmospheric one-sheet puts Johnny Depp’s Ebenezer Scrooge front and center, complete with the character’s signature icy glare that’s frosty enough to make Christmas morning shiver. Take a look at the poster below.
RELEASE
What a brilliant first trailer. Johnny Depp has been on hand to deliver some of those memorable characters in Hollywood history, and it looks like we are about to meet another classic character here. His take on Ebenezer Scrooge appears wonderfully eccentric, layered, and oddly charming—capturing the same magnetic screen presence that made Captain Jack Sparrow such an iconic character. I can’t wait to see the full performance this November.
With an all-star cast, stunning production values, Ti West’s distinctive vision, and a story that’s been enchanting audiences for generations, Ebenezer has all the ingredients of a future Christmas favorite. So, don’t be surprised if the festive season arrives a little early this year—this holiday tale is set to spread plenty of Christmas cheer when it arrives in cinemas just in time for Thanksgiving.
Bah Humbug!
Ebenezer, starring the unconquerable Johnny Depp, brings the Christmas magic to cinemas in November.
Meet Phil Roberts! He’s the dedicated owner, daily content manager, and editor-in-chief of The Future of the Force. Phil is a budding novelist who turned his passion toward writing about the franchises he loves back in 2016. He’s a huge fan of all things Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Phil is a BFI-accredited journalist and a distinguished member of the Film Critics Association UK.
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