'I've Made a Living Out of Misbehavior': The First Trailer for Johnny Depp Movie Day Drinker Seems to Include Some Knowing Nods to His Career Revival

A first trailer for Johnny Depp's upcoming film Day Drinker suggests the star is making a calculated effort to revive his career. Depp's second major studio project after Ebeneezer, Day Drinker has a scheduled release date of 2027. Following a string of run-ins with the law following his turbulent relationship with ex-wife Amber Heard, Depp appears determined to stage a comeback with carefully chosen roles.

In the trailer, Depp portrays a mysterious alcoholic entangled in a criminal investigation. In a line that feels tailor-made for his current status, his character declares, "I've made a living out of misbehaviour." He then defiantly states, "I see no tangible reason to stop now. Don't you sometimes want to misbehave?"

Depp's narrative, delivered in an Irish accent, raises questions about the nature of his misbehavior, hinting at potential revenge or even a ghost story. He concludes, "You thought I was f***ing done? I'm done when I say I'm done."

Day Drinker marks Depp's second collaboration with filmmaker Marc Webb, known for his work on The Amazing Spider-Man and seeking his own career resurgence after directing the critically panned live-action Snow White. The film also features co-writer Zach Dean, who previously worked on Fast X.

Behind the camera, Day Drinker boasts a collective of seasoned talents, including the director of the upcoming Pirates of the Caribbean 6, Jerry Bruckheimer. Bruckheimer has expressed interest in seeing Depp return as Captain Jack Sparrow for a sixth installment, reigniting speculation about a potential reunion with the beloved pirate icon.

While Depp's past legal issues with Heard have led to Disney distancing themselves from the actor, recent comments from Bruckheimer hint at renewed interest in the franchise. Should Day Drinker prove successful, it could pave the way for Depp's return to the world of Pirates of the Caribbean.