Johnny Depp responds to being recast in Fantastic Beasts franchise: Fk you

Published: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 2:10 am

Depp Breaks Silence on Fantastic Beasts Recasting, Offers Blunt Response

Actor Johnny Depp has publicly addressed his departure from the *Fantastic Beasts* franchise, offering a candid response to being recast in the *Harry Potter* spin-off series. In an interview published Saturday, Depp, 62, revealed his reaction to being asked to resign from his role as Gellert Grindelwald.

Depp, who played Grindelwald in the first two *Fantastic Beasts* films, announced his resignation in November 2020. This followed his loss in a libel case against The Sun newspaper. When asked for his response to the recasting, Depp's reply was direct and forceful.

The actor's departure led to Mads Mikkelsen taking over the role of Grindelwald in the 2022 film *The Secrets of Dumbledore*. The *Fantastic Beasts* franchise also featured Eddie Redmayne and Jude Law.

Following his exit from the franchise, Depp has largely remained out of the spotlight, with his last live-action role being in the 2023 French film *Jeanne du Barry*. However, he has remained active in other areas. Depp recently directed the film *Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Madness*, marking his first directorial effort since 1997. He is also set to star in the upcoming film *Day Drinker*.

BNN's Perspective: While Depp's response is certainly blunt, it's understandable given the circumstances surrounding his departure from the *Fantastic Beasts* franchise. The situation highlights the complexities of the entertainment industry and the impact of public perception on an actor's career. It will be interesting to see how Depp's career continues to evolve.

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