Johnny Depp's 'Ebenezer' earns $1.5 million in box office previews

Johnny Depp's new film 'Ebenezer', a darkly comedic take on 'A Christmas Carol' from Paramount and directed by Ti West, has made $1.5 million in box office previews. The film is expected to open with $20 million domestically and $20 million overseas.

It is Depp's first major Hollywood film in eight years, following his work in independent and international productions. Paramount spent $38 million on production and $50 million on marketing, and the studio needs Depp's diehard fans to power the film through the holiday season.

Separately, Sony's action film 'Ghost Soldier', starring Jim Caviezel, has earned $3.1 million across its Tuesday previews, Wednesday opening and Thursday. It is expected to make $6 million over its five-day opening weekend.