Johnny Depp Returns with a Daring New Look in Day Drinker: Fans Can’t Keep Calm

Johnny Depp Makes a Bold Comeback in Day Drinker with Penélope Cruz: Fans React to His Unrecognisable Look

Johnny Depp is back, and he’s making a bold statement. In the first look of Day Drinker, unveiled by Lionsgate, the Hollywood legend appears dramatically transformed, donning silver hair and an enigmatic expression that left fans doing double takes.

The film, directed by 500 Days of Summer and The Amazing Spider-Man director Mark Webb, features an ensemble cast including Penélope Cruz, Madelyn Cline, Manu Ríos, Arón Piper, Juan Diego Botto, and Anika Boyle. But it’s Depp’s unrecognisable look that has the internet buzzing.

The Internet Reacts

The reactions were immediate and intense. Fans praised Depp’s new avatar, with comments ranging from, “Johnny Depp looks nearly unrecognizable!” to “Silver fox alert! This man is aging like fine wine.” A few fans noted a resemblance to his Fantastic Beasts character Grindelwald, while one cheeky user joked, “A movie called Day Drinker starring Johnny Depp? A little on the nose, isn’t it?”

What’s Day Drinker About?

According to Variety, Day Drinker follows a private-yacht bartender (played by Madelyn Cline) who encounters a mysterious guest onboard (Depp). As secrets unfold, they both find themselves caught in the web of a dangerous criminal (Cruz), leading to unexpected connections and thrilling twists. This marks the fourth on-screen collaboration between Johnny Depp and Penélope Cruz, following projects like Blow, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and Murder on the Orient Express.

Shot in the Spanish Sun

The film is currently in production in Spain, promising breathtaking visuals and moody Mediterranean settings. With Thunder Road’s Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee producing, Day Drinker is gearing up to be a stylish, genre-bending thriller.

What’s New?

In a surprising twist, industry insiders reveal that Depp is also contributing creatively behind the scenes, offering input on costume and character styling — a move that has sparked speculation of a possible future as director or co-writer in upcoming projects. “This role is more than just a comeback for Johnny; it’s a creative renaissance,” a source close to production revealed.

With buzz building and a powerhouse team behind it, Day Drinker could mark a new era for Depp — both on screen and behind it.

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