Johnny Depp

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Characters played by Johnny Depp

Victor Van Dort — Corpse Bride (2005)

Victor Van Dort is the nervous son of a nouveau riche fish-merchants' family and the intended husband of Victoria Everglot. He falls in love with her, accidentally marries the Corpse Bride, and is taken to the Land of the Dead. He ultimately chooses Victoria, but is freed when the Corpse Bride releases him from their vow.

Jack Sparrow — Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)

Eccentric pirate captain known for cunning, luck, and relentless pursuit of freedom.

Glen Lantz — A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Nancy's friend and iconic victim.

Jack Sparrow — Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011)

Eccentric pirate captain known for cunning, rum addiction, and relentless pursuit of freedom.

Willy Wonka — Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)

Eccentric chocolatier and factory owner, known for his mysterious nature and magical inventions.

Jack Sparrow — Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)

Eccentric pirate captain seeking freedom and treasure, known for cunning and unpredictable tactics.

Rango / Lars — Rango (2011)

A theatrically-minded pet chameleon left in the Mojave Desert who impersonates a tough drifter named Rango. After accidentally killing a hawk, he is appointed sheriff, investigates a severe drought, uncovers the mayor's conspiracy, defeats Rattlesnake Jake, and saves the town before staying on as sheriff.

Tarrant Hightopp / Mad Hatter — Alice in Wonderland (2010)

Eccentric hat maker and loyal friend to Alice, driven by grief and devotion.

Jack Sparrow — Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007)

Eccentric pirate captain of the Black Pearl, known for cunning and luck.

Raoul Duke — Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)

The narrator and protagonist, a journalist sent to cover the Mint 400 motorcycle race in Las Vegas. He navigates the trip under heavy drug influence, experiencing severe hallucinations and erratic behavior while documenting the counterculture scene.

James 'Whitey' Bulger — Black Mass (2015)

James 'Whitey' Bulger leads the Winter Hill Gang and dominates organized crime in South Boston. He becomes an FBI informant through John Connolly, then exploits that protection to eliminate rivals and witnesses. After his relationship with the FBI collapses, he flees Boston and is eventually arrested.

Ichabod Crane — Sleepy Hollow (1999)

A pragmatic New York City constable sent to investigate the decapitations in Sleepy Hollow. He begins as a skeptic of the Hessian Horseman's supernatural nature, but uncovers the inheritance conspiracy, falls in love with Katrina, and ultimately frees the Hessian Horseman from Mary’s control.

Career Overview

Johnny Depp has 197 screen credits in a career dating back to 1971. Their work spans 18 cinematic universes — most prominently Pirates of the Caribbean with 5 titles. Signature works include Corpse Bride, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Ebenezer. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
197
Birth Date
1963-06-09
Birth Place
Owensboro, Kentucky, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 18 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q37175), public domain (CC0).