'Walking Chameleon': Johnny Depp Sparks Buzz After Lionsgate Drops First Photo from 'Day Drinker'

The "Pirates of the Caribbean" actor, in collaboration with Lionsgate, has just revealed the first look at his character for his new movie, sparking a wave of shock and delight.

On April 14, 2025, Johnny Depp and Lionsgate surprised their Instagram followers by revealing the first picture from the upcoming movie "Day Drinker." While any sneak peek is exciting, netizens couldn't help but focus on Depp's transformation.

In the photo, the actor has a distinctly different look with piercing blue/gray eyes and long gray hair wrapped in a ponytail, plus a full gray beard. He's also rocking a sharp blue suit and holds a drink in his hand.

Naturally, Instagram followers couldn't help but gush about his new debonair appearance. "This man age is like fine wine [sic]," one netizen wrote. Another couldn't believe it was Depp, adding, "Did not realise that was Johnny Depp till I read the caption!"

Others were reminded of his previous role in the "Fantastic Beasts" franchise. "Is that you Mr. Grindelwald?" a fan wondered. Someone else simply stated, "Dark or white hair he always looks so good 🔥. [sic]"

Many couldn't even recognize him. One netizen praised him, "Walking chameleon, you legend 💛." Another added, "The way I gasped and thought this was Ai!! 😭 You look so good Captain 🔥❤️‍🔥 [sic]."

"Day Drinker" also stars Penélope Cruz, who has appeared with Depp in movies like "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides," "Blow," and "Murder on the Orient Express." Other actors include Madelyn Cline, Manu Ríos, Arón Piper, Juan Diego Botto, and Anika Boyle.

The story centers around Cline, who plays a yacht bartender and encounters a mysterious Depp. Both of them later get into trouble with Cruz, who plays a criminal. There's no release date as of this writing.