Ebenezer First Reactions Out: Critics Praise Johnny Depp’s Comeback As Scrooge, Calling The Film Haunting & Deeply Moving!

By Esita Mallik

Johnny Depp-starring Ebenezer will be released worldwide this weekend, and it held its world premiere a few weeks ago. The critics have shared their reviews on the social media platform X. It will be Depp’s widest release in years, marking his return to mainstream Hollywood. He is known for his quirky roles, and this is probably one of the best ways for him to return to mainstream Hollywood. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The film features Johnny as Ebenezer Scrooge alongside a solid star cast including  Rupert Grint, Andrea Riseborough, Sam Claflin, Daisy Ridley, Tramell Tillman, and Ian McKellen. The movie is based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Ti West directed the black comedy thriller film; its premiere was held in New York City.

Ebenezer’s first reactions on X [formerly Twitter]

Johnny Depp starrer Ebenezer’s first reactions are all over the social platform X [formerly Twitter]. Film critic Phil Roberts said, “Ti West’s #Ebenezer puts a bold spin on Dickens’ classic, delivering a sincere period piece infused with heart and despair. Johnny Depp is magnetic throughout Scrooge’s soft redemption arc, leading to a finale that delivers more emotional resonance than its predecessors. Humbug!”