Johnny Depp's return in 'Ebenezer' divides fans as new trailer sparks debate

Johnny Depp is back in action – and his latest transformation quickly stirred up a spirited reaction.The actor’s turn as Ebenezer Scrooge in the new "Ebenezer" trailer released Thursday earned enthusiastic praise from fans, while the film’s suggestion that audiences should "think again" about the classic story left others scratching their heads."From the trailer I can confirm, its still the same story," one X user wrote in response to the trailer."It's the same as Scrooge, and Muppets Christmas Carol.

So dw about having to think again, you really don't.""Why is the tagline 'Think you know his story? Think again.' when every single thing in the trailers is faithful to Dickens?" another questioned."That is his story and we all know it.

This might be a good version, but why is it being marketed as revisionist? What story do you think we think we know?"JOHNNY DEPP SAYS HE WAS A 'CRASH TEST DUMMY FOR METOO,' ACCUSES HOLLYWOOD PALS OF ABANDONING HIM TO 'GO WOKE'Johnny Depp transformed into Scrooge for the upcoming film "Ebenezer." (Daniel Knighton/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures)Despite some skepticism over the film’s marketing, other fans were eager to see Depp put his own spin on the oft-told Christmas tale."So many have done this story and I still will watch it."The excitement over Depp’s return comes as "Ebenezer" marks his first major Hollywood studio film in years.The actor last appeared on the big screen in the 2023 French historical drama "Jeanne du Barry" and later stepped behind the camera to direct "Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness." He is also set to star opposite Penélope Cruz in the upcoming thriller "Day Drinker."GET ENTERTAINMENT SCOOP DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR EMAIL BY CLICKING HEREJohnny Depp is also set to star in "Day Drinker." (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)For some fans, Depp’s latest slate of projects signaled that the longtime Hollywood star was firmly back in action."This looks so awesome, im glad Johnny Depp is back in a...