Discover Ebenezer at Gulbenkian Arts Centre
This Christmas, a new adaptation of the classic tale A Christmas Carol comes to the screen, starring Johnny Depp as Ebenezer Scrooge. Directed by Ti West, the film promises a unique take on the beloved story.
Dir: Ti West
Cast: Johnny Depp, Rupert Grint, Daisy Ridley, Andrea Riseborough, Tramell Tillman, Ian McKellen, Sam Claflin, Charlie Murphy
115 mins · 2026 · United States of America, United Kingdom · Cert 12A · English
With a cast that includes Johnny Depp, Andrea Riseborough, Rupert Grint, and Ian McKellen, the upcoming film Ebenezer is set to bring a fresh perspective to the classic Christmas tale. Although scores are not yet available, the film's unique blend of fantasy and comedy elements is likely to generate significant interest. As a dark fantasy film, Ebenezer is scheduled to be released in the United Kingdom and United States by Paramount Pictures, and its screening at the Gulbenkian Arts Centre in Canterbury on Friday, 11 December 2026, is highly anticipated.
The film's director, Ti West, is known for his work in the horror genre, and his take on A Christmas Carol is expected to be a compelling one. The story follows Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner and the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, forcing him to confront his past and fight for a second chance at happiness. With a talented cast and a unique approach to the classic tale, Ebenezer is shaping up to be a fascinating film.
Some viewers have expressed concerns about the film's casting, particularly the inclusion of Johnny Depp, citing his past controversies. However, the film's potential to offer a new and captivating interpretation of A Christmas Carol remains a significant draw. As the release date approaches, fans of the classic tale and fans of Ti West's work will be eager to see how this adaptation turns out.
The Gulbenkian Arts Centre in Canterbury will host a screening of Ebenezer on Friday, 11 December 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. This special screening is a great opportunity to experience the film in a unique setting, and fans of the classic tale and dark fantasy genre will not want to miss it. The film's 115-minute runtime and 12A certificate make it accessible to a wide range of audiences, and its blend of fantasy and comedy elements is likely to appeal to fans of both genres.
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druscilla_of_old
Incredible how low and fast Ti West has sunk. He's gone from directing some of the best horror movies to acting as a rehabilitator for rapists and wifebeaters who can't act for shit. (Playing drunk is not acting.) The Hollywood boy's club has been trying so hard to bring back Johnny Depp as if the whole world does not know he's a 3-judge, 12-count, adjudged wifebeater and ra\*\*st who, by the way, is also a p\*\*\*phile (look up how old Winona…
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