Cannes 2023: Johnny Depp makes a strong comeback at the festival

Actor Johnny Depp stepped back into the spotlight in full swing as he walked the red carpet at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. Depp made his power-packed comeback with the scandal-hit period drama Jeanne Du Barry which got its world premiere at the 76th Cannes film festival.

Hollywood superstar Johnny Depp seemed to be back in full celebrity mode, signing autographs and taking pictures with fans before the premiere of the Cannes Film Festival's opening film 'Jeanne du Barry,' which marks the actor's first major role since his high-profile defamation trial. Credit: AFP Photo

Fans in the French Riviera city were seen hoisting signs that read 'Congrats, Johnny' and 'We are sorry' with a heart. Credit: AFP Photo

Depp plays King Louis XV in 'Jeanne du Barry' which is directed by Maiwenn Le Besco who plays the French courtesan Madame du Barry who climbed the social ladder at Versailles to become the king's favourite. Credit: AFP Photo

The French-language film, which does not yet have a release date for North America, marks the start of a comeback for the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' actor, who has made few film and TV appearances since his trial concluded in June 2022. Credit: AP Photo

Maiwenn, Johnny Depp and Pierre Richard attend the premiere of 'Jeanne du Barry' during the 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France. Credit: AFP Photo