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I've spent years trying to ignore Johnny Depp. Strange confession to see on a fan site, isn't it?
The truth is, I didn't even try very hard -- the "21 Jump Street" teen idol image turned me off, and I just stopped paying attention.
When I realized it was him in "Edward Scissorhands," I wrote it off as a fluke and went about my business. It wasn't until "Sleepy Hollow" in 1999 that I finally realized what I had been missing.
Okay, so I'm an idiot.
Johnny Depp is an incredible actor, a fact reaffirmed every time I buy a video to catch up on what I've missed. He's come a long way from his teen idol days, and I have finally come to appreciate that.
And the more I learn, the more I find to like about him. I admire the fact he is able to remain true to himself even in the glaring public eye; I respect the dedication to his craft that shows in his choice of film roles; and above all, I appreciate the performances he has given, which will stand as some of the best of his or any generation.
This site is dedicated to the talented performances of Johnny Depp and features information, photos and sound files from some of his most memorable films.
I hope you enjoy it.
Trish Bennett
NEWS & UPDATES
News Briefs
May 10, 2005
Canada Newswire reports "The Libertine" is scheduled for theatrical release in Canada on August 5, with a note that the schedule is subject to change.
Ananova reports Johnny Depp has been named on the list of most powerful people in Hollywood in the June issue of Premiere magazine. Thanks to Karen for the tip!
In an article about the fate of teen idols, The Arkansas Democrat Gazette cites Johnny Depp as the one who survived and succeeded in spite of the label. Thanks to Deborah for the link!
icCoventry reports Johnny Depp is being considered for the starring role in a film based on the novel "Addict" by Stephen Smith, described as a true-life "rags to riches" tale in which the main character battles drugs, organized crime and destitution before eventually finding love and happiness. Thanks to Deborah, Thea, Mary, Kimberly and Leanne for the info!
BBC News reports Johnny Depp has purchased the rights to the Nick Hornby novel "A Long Way Down", which he will co-produce for Warner Brothers. It has not yet been determined if he will star in the lead role. Thanks to Deborah, Donna, Rachel, Kathi, Mary, Kimberly, Joanna, David and Joyce for the info!
BrandWeek.com offers an article about upcoming promotions from Nestle for Wonka brand items. Thanks to Donna for the link!
Joy from the Imdb board posted a link for the latest TV spot for "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" in Windows Media format. Thanks to Kathy for the link!
News Briefs
May 3, 2005
USA Today lists "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" as one of the summer's "bright spots". Thanks to Kathy for the link!
MSNBC has a preview of the summer movie season with a place to vote for which summer film you're most anxious to see. It also has a cute pic of Tim Burton and Freddie Highmore wrestling over a Golden Ticket. Thanks to Kathy for the link!
NWITimes.com offers a small piece about "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Thanks to Kimberly for the link!
Empire Online offers an interview with Orlando Bloom, who talks a bit about the "Pirates of the Caribbean" sequels.
JoBlo.com has a write-up about their upcoming coverage of the Cannes Film Festival, in which they admit one of their goals is to see, seek out, and/or drink wine with Johnny Depp.
News Briefs
May 1, 2005
Canoe.ca reports Orlando Bloom considers Johnny Depp a role model. Thanks to Deborah for the link!
ContactMusic reports Johnny Depp was named the top autograph signer by Autograph Collector magazine. Thanks to Deborah and David for the link!
ComingSoon.net lists a release date of August 19, 2005 for "The Libertine" in the US. Thanks to Gaye for the link!
Scotsman.com reports Young Island in the Caribbean was a popular hangout for Johnny Depp and other cast members while filming "Pirates of the Caribbean". Thanks to Deborah for the link!
AZCentral offers an article about Dan Kamin, the man who coached Johnny Depp for the physical comedy performed in "Benny & Joon". Thanks to Deborah for the link!
Pinewood Studios reports "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" was one film that contributed to a rise in operating profits for the studio. Thanks to Rachel for the link!
News Briefs
April 28, 2005
MSN has a small item about how celebrities erase love tattoos after the romance fades. Thanks to Amy for the link!
The New York Daily News offers an article about blood types revealing personality traits, using Johnny Depp as the example for Type A. Thanks to Mitzi for the link!
The Observer Online gives "the good, the bad and the ugly" about summer films, including "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Thanks to Deborah, Mitzi and Kimberly for the link!
ContactMusic reports Orlando Bloom takes "leading man tips" from Johnny Depp and Brad Pitt. Thanks to Deborah and Mitzi for the link!
The Libertine
April 27, 2005
The Miramax web site now has a page up for the Johnny Depp film "The Libertine". No official release date has been posted yet, but they have it listed as "This Summer" for the US. Thanks to Janine for the link!
News Briefs
April 27, 2005
Wonka.com is an interactive web site from Nestle with a variety of features, including information on the upcoming Golden Ticket contest. Thanks to Kimberly for the link!
ContactMusic reports on an uproar over "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" regarding a scene with Jack Sparrow being roasted by Caribbean natives on a spit. The chief of the real native tribe complains it promotes a false image of his tribe as cannibals. Thanks to Sonja, Mitzi and Joyce for the link!
More information on the Caribbean native story can be found at Yahoo News, E! Online and WB32tvThanks to Katie, Mitzi and Kimberly for the links!
Telegraph.co.uk reports Johnny Depp may make an appearance for the opening of the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre in Buckinghamshire (UK) June 10. Thanks to Joanna for the link!
EW.com offers a small piece about the upcoming "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory", calling it a "risky remake". Thanks to Lisa for the link!
MSNBC's gossip column speculates Johnny Depp's smoking habit may be catching up with him, as he was reportedly "huffing and puffing" during action scenes on the set of POTC2 (by Life & Style Weekly). Thanks to Kathy and Mitzi for the link!
EW.com lists "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at #2 on their list of "10 Movies We're Dying To See". Thanks to Lisa and sJ for the link!
Paleoj.en.eresmas.net reports (in Spanish) about the preparations for a film adaptation of a Juan Cobos Wilkis novel. Roughly translated, the article says the film would explore incidents in Rio Tinto (Huelva, Spain) in 1888, where many disgruntled British mine workers were killed by the Spanish army, and that Antonio Banderas and Johnny Depp are being considered to star. According to the article, "the presence of Depp is almost determined." Thanks to syakura for the link and translation!
Ain't It Cool News offers a report from the set of "The Corpse Bride". Thanks to Kimberly for the link!
Metronews reports Disney will launch an online role-playing game based on the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise next summer to coincide with the release of POTC2. Thanks to Shelle and Deborah for the link!
Reflector Online lists "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at #3 on their top 20 choices of films this summer. Thanks to Mitzi for the link!
The Washington Post offers a report on why Johnny Depp is featured on the cover of Transatlantic, a Washington-based foreign policy magazine -- they include him as one of the 20 people most likely to make a difference in transatlantic relations in 2005. Thanks to Mitzi for the link!
Click here to view previous news items and updates.
MAGAZINE ALERTS
If you know of any I've missed, please e-mail me with details. Thanks!
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MARIE CLAIRE (UK)
June, 2005
This issue (with Keira Knightley on the cover) features an interview with Keira in which she discusses "lap dancing, bottoms and Johnny Depp's Y-Fronts". Thanks to Elizabeth for the tip!
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DVD Monthly (UK)
June, 2005
This issue includes a free DVD with the magazine which contains the trailer for "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Thanks to Rachel for the tip!
TEEN PEOPLE
June, 2005
This issue features a photo of Johnny Depp from the Kids Choice Awards. Thanks to skfprincess, Sarah and Colleen for the tip!
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MOVIE MAGIC
Summer, 2005
This issue features Johnny Depp on the cover as Willy Wonka, and includes a photo of him and the cast on page 3 and page 5. The article about "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" is on page 70-73 with a full-page photo of Johnny in the "life story" section and a smaller version of him on the same page as Willy Wonka. Thanks to Meghan and Beth for the tip!
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LIFE AND STYLE
May 9, 2005
This issue features an item on page 29 about Johnny Depp's health while filming POTC2. Thanks to cinddilo12 and Meghan for the tip!
NEW WEEKLY (Australia)
May 9, 2005
This issue features a photo of Johnny Depp from his recent arrival at the LA airport, comparing his personal style to his pirate counterpart. Thanks to Joyce for the tip and scans!
PEOPLE Special Double Issue
May 9, 2005
This issue features Johnny Depp in People's list of 50 Most Beautiful People.
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY Special Double Issue
May 6, 2005
Johnny Depp appears on page 23 in reference to Jack Sparrow (talking about punk/grunge style… eye shadow is where Johnny comes in), and on page 74 (a full page article about "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory".) Both items include photos. Thanks to Chelsey, Shikha and Meghan for the tip!
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PEOPLE MAGAZINE
May 2, 2005
This issue features a photo of Johnny Depp in a section recommending "Finding Neverland" as a good Mother's Day gift. Thanks to Meghan for the tip!
WHO MAGAZINE (Australia)
May 2, 2005
This issue features a photo of Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka with reader comments about him. Thanks to Joyce for the tip and cover scan!
IN TOUCH WEEKLY
May 2, 2005
This issue features Johnny Depp in a photo with Orlando Bloom in a section on page 42 discussing the influence Johnny has had on him. Thanks to Meghan for the tip!
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ELLE GIRL
May, 2005
This issue features Johnny Depp at #2 on the list of "50 Hottest Boys of Summer". Thanks to Deborah and Mitzi for the tip!
ALTERNATIVE PRESS
May, 2005
This issue features a poll on movies with the worst hairdo for an actor, and Edward Scissorhands was number one. Thanks to Shikha for the tip and cover scan!
PREMIERE
May, 2005
This issue features a short bit on "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" with a small photo of Johnny Depp and Freddie Highmore. There is also a photo of Jack Sparrow on page 116. Thanks to Judith, Lessien and Binx395 for the tip!
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ELF FANTASY (Netherlands)
May, 2005
This issue features Johnny Depp on the cover and in an article about pirates. Thanks to Elisabeth for the tip and cover scan!
TEEN PEOPLE
May, 2005
This issue features a small photo of Johnny Depp on the cover as one of the "Hottest Guys of Summer". There is also a small older photo inside naming him the "Godfather of Sexy" with a trivia item about him owning The Viper Room and the Man Ray restaurant. Thanks to Mandi and Mort Raniey for the tip!
EMPIRE (UK)
May, 2005
This issue has a large feature on "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" on page 91; a small piece on "Donnie Brasco" on page 140; and a small piece about Johnny Depp and Hunter S. Thompson on page 42. Thanks to Emma, Leanne and Keeba for the tip and Keisha for the cover scan!
Announcement: If you know of a film or television appearance in your country not listed here, please e-mail me. Thanks!
Week of May 9 - 15
USA:
Mon., May 9
What's Eating Gilbert Grape
11:00 a.m. ET
HBO Plus
USA
Mon., May 9
Edward Scissorhands
1:00 p.m. ET
9:00 p.m. ET
Encore Love Stories
USA
Mon., May 9
Edward Scissorhands
2:00 p.m. ET
10:00 p.m. ET
Movie Plex
USA
Tues., May 10
Secret Window
1:00 p.m. ET
Thrillermax
USA
Tues., May 10
Once Upon a Time In Mexico
9:00 p.m. ET
HBO Plus
USA
Tues., May 10
What's Eating Gilbert Grape
10:30 p.m. ET
HBO Family
USA
Weds., May 11
Edward Scissorhands
4:50 a.m. ET
6:05 p.m. ET
Encore
USA
Weds., May 11
Pirates of the Caribbean
10:40 a.m. ET
8:00 p.m. ET
Starz Kids
USA
Thurs., May 12
Pirates of the Caribbean
4:00 a.m. ET
Starz Kids
USA
Thurs., May 12
Edward Scissorhands
8:00 p.m. ET
Fox Movie Channel
USA
Fri., May 13
Secret Window
10:00 a.m. ET
10:00 p.m. ET
Cinemax
USA
Sat., May 14
Secret Window
4:40 a.m. ET
Cinemax
USA
Sat., May 14
Secret Window
11:30 a.m. ET
Cinemax 2
USA
Sun., May 15
Once Upon a Time In Mexico
1:20 a.m. ET
HBO Plus
USA
Sun., May 15
Edward Scissorhands
10:45 a.m. ET
9:00 p.m. ET
Encore Love Stories
USA
Sun., May 15
Secret Window
2:30 p.m. ET
Thrillermax
USA
Canada:
Supplied by Wendy V.
Daily
Finding Neverland
Check local listings
Pay Per View
Canada
Mon., May 9
Once Upon a Time In Mexico
4:15 a.m. ET
Movie Excess
Canada
Fri., May 13
Nick of Time
12:30 a.m. ET
Movie Encore
Canada
Fri., May 13
Once Upon a Time In Mexico
3:10 p.m. ET
Movie Network
Canada
Fri., May 13
Once Upon a Time In Mexico
9:00 p.m. ET
Movie Excess
Canada
UK:
Tues., May 10
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
10:00
E!
UK
Weds., May 11
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
03:00
07:00
11:00
22:00
E!
UK
Fri., May 13
Ed Wood
01:30
Sky Movies 6
UK
Fri., May 13
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
14:00
20:00
E!
UK
Sat., May 14
Once Upon a Time In Mexico
23:00
Sky Movies 4
UK
Sat., May 14
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
23:00
E!
UK
FRANCE:
Tues., May 10
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
11:00
14:30
E!
France
Weds., May 11
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
04:00
08:00
23:00
E!
France
Thurs., May 12
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
01:30
18:00
E!
France
Fri., May 13
E! TRUE HOLLYWOOD STORY
21:00
E!
France
NOW SHOWING
FINDING NEVERLAND
Set in early 1900s London, this is the true story of "Peter Pan" author James M. Barrie (Depp), whose friendship with the Davies Brothers and their dying mother, Sylvia (Kate Winslet), served as inspiration for his magical Never-Neverland.
DVD Release Dates:
Spain:
June 8, 2005
Australia:
June 8, 2005
Germany:
June 23, 2005
COMING SOON
CRY-BABY Director's Cut
Johnny Depp stars as Wade 'Cry-Baby' Walker in John Waters' 1990 musical which runs 7-minutes longer (92mins) in this director's cut version. Features on this Region 1 DVD will include 1.85:1 anamorphic widescreen; English DD2.0 stereo; English, French and Spanish subtitles; never-before-seen deleted scenes; and an in-depth "making of" documentary with John Waters and the cast.
DVD Release Dates:
USA:
July 12, 2005
THE LIBERTINE
Johnny Depp will portray John Wilmot, the Earl of Rochester, a 17th-century poet infamous for his debauched lifestyle but critically acclaimed for his work.
Anticipated Release Dates:
USA:
August 19, 2005
Czech Republic:
July 28, 2005
France:
Nov. 23, 2005
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
Johnny Depp will play Willy Wonka in Tim Burton's adaptation of the Roald Dahl novel. Charlie Bucket, an impoverished boy, wins a candy bar contest and is given a tour of the amazing chocolate factory run by the eccentric Willy Wonka and his staff of Oompa-Loompas. This film will aim to be more faithful to the original book than "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" starring Gene Wilder.
Anticipated Release Dates:
France:
July 13, 2005
Belgium:
July 13, 2005
USA:
July 15, 2005
Brazil:
July 15, 2005
Germany:
July 21, 2005
Netherlands:
July 21, 2005
Argentina:
July 21, 2005
Austria:
July 22, 2005
Spain:
July 22, 2005
Portugal:
July 28, 2005
UK:
July 29, 2005
Poland:
Aug. 5, 2005
Romania:
Aug. 5, 2005
Finland:
Aug. 5, 2005
Norway:
Aug. 12, 2005
Czech Republic:
Aug. 18, 2005
Russia:
Aug. 18, 2005
Iceland:
Aug. 19, 2005
Turkey:
Aug. 19, 2005
Australia:
Sept. 1, 2005
THE CORPSE BRIDE
This stop-motion animated feature from director Tim Burton tells the tale of Victor (Johnny Depp), who is forced to marry the Corpse Bride (Helena Bonham Carter) in the Land of the Dead while his real bride, Victoria, waits for his return.
Anticipated Release Dates:
USA:
Sept. 23, 2005
Belgium:
Oct. 19, 2005
Germany:
Oct. 20, 2005
Russia:
Oct. 20, 2005
UK:
Oct. 21, 2005
Spain:
Oct. 28, 2005
Netherlands:
Nov. 3, 2005
Finland:
Nov. 4, 2005
Argentina:
Nov. 10, 2005
Czech Republic:
Nov. 17, 2005
France:
Dec. 14, 2005
IN THE WORKS
THE DIVING BELL AND THE BUTTERFLY
Johnny Depp is set to star in this biographical film reportedly fast-tracked by Universal Pictures. He will portray 'Elle France' editor Jean-Dominique Bauby who, in 1995 at the age of 43, suffered a stroke that paralyzed his entire body except his left eye. Using that eye to blink out his memoir, Bauby eloquently described the aspects of his interior world, from the psychological torment of being trapped inside his body to his imagined stories from lands he'd only visited in his mind. March 2005: Production of this film has been pushed back 15 months to accommodate Johnny Depp's work schedule.
Anticipated Release Dates:
Tentative
2007
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MAN'S CHEST
Jerry Bruckheimer has confirmed a sequel to "The Curse of the Black Pearl", and Johnny has signed to return in his role as Captain Jack Sparrow. Filming is scheduled to begin in February 2005, and will be filmed back-to-back with the third installment.
Anticipated Release Dates:
Sweden:
July 5, 2006
USA:
July 7, 2006
Finland:
July 7, 2006
Czech Republic:
August 3, 2006
Germany:
Aug. 10, 2006
Switzerland:
Aug. 10, 2006
PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN 3
Jerry Bruckheimer confirmed a third installment of the "Pirates of the Caribbean" series is in the works. According to an interview with Jerry Bruckheimer on 'Entertainment Tonight', he hopes to film the second and third installments together. It is uncertain whether Johnny Depp will return for the third film.
Anticipated Release Dates:
Tentative
2007
THE RUM DIARY
Hunter S. Thompson's The Rum Diary is a tale of jealousy, treachery and lust set in San Juan, Puerto Rico during the late 1950s. Cast includes Johnny Depp, Benicio Del Toro, Josh Hartnett and Nick Nolte. Johnny Depp is also listed as Executive Producer of this film.
Anticipated Release Dates:
Tentative
2006
SHANTARAM
Set in the underworld of contemporary Bombay, Shantaram is the story of Lindsay (Johnny Depp), an escaped convict with a false passport who flees a maximum security prison in Australia for the teeming streets of a city where he can disappear. More information on this film can be found at the bottom of this page under the "Infinitum Nihil" listings. Johnny Depp is also listed as the producer of this project.
Anticipated Release Dates:
Tentative
2007
INFINITUM NIHIL
Infinitum Nihil is Johnny Depp's production company formed in 2004 to develop projects for which he is expected to serve as actor and/or producer. Depp is the company's CEO; Christi Dembrowski will serve as president; and Sam Sarkar will serve as director of development.
CLICK HERE for a list of projects currently in the works.
Thanks to Kathy for the link!
