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Johnny Depp is making a highly anticipated return to the big screen with Day Drinker, a film that promises to showcase his signature charm and versatility in a fresh role. This exciting project is a collaboration with his longtime friend and co-star Penélope Cruz, marking their fourth on-screen partnership. The two have previously appeared together in Blow, Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, and Murder on the Orient Express, and their chemistry is expected to shine once again in this thrilling new venture.
The movie, directed by Marc Webb—best known for his work on The Amazing Spider-Man—is Depp’s first major studio project following his highly publicized defamation lawsuit against Amber Heard. In Day Drinker, Depp plays a cruise ship bartender who crosses paths with a mysterious “day drinker,” played by Sydney Sweeney, who was initially reported to star opposite Depp. Together, they are thrust into a gripping criminal mystery, trying to untangle a series of unforeseen events.
The film’s plot is based on an original spec screenplay by Zach Dean, and in addition to Depp and Cruz, it also features an exciting cast that includes Manu Ríos, Arón Piper, Juan Diego Botto, and Anika Boyle. This project is one of the latest collaborations between Lionsgate and 30West, with producers like Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee—known for their work on the John Wick franchise—joining forces to bring this film to life.
Penélope Cruz, who was recently seen in Michael Mann’s Ferrari opposite Adam Driver, continues to make waves in Hollywood and will also star in The Bride! in Maggie Gyllenhaal’s take on Frankenstein.
Day Drinker is shaping up to be a highly awaited thriller, with the promise of thrilling performances and an intriguing plot. Fans of Depp and Cruz can expect another captivating duo, with plenty of twists and turns.