Will Ferrell Will Star in Johnny Depp Film
Deadline.com has learned that Will Ferrell is going to star in in the upcoming comedy movie “Tom’s Dad.” Ferrell will play a struggling nightclub performer whose act involves circus animals who has become estranged from his son. When his ex-wife has to go on an extended trip, he is left to find a way to connect with his son, now 12 years old. The film is set in the 1960’s.
Departing Dr. Dreamy Patrick Dempsey was originally set to star.
Two time Oscar nominated director Lasse Hallstrom (My Life as a Dog, Cider House Rules, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape, Chocolat) will direct, and Johnny Depp serves as producer along with Joni Levin, Keith Clark, Christi Dembrowski and John Ptak.
“When great talent like Will Ferrell and Lasse Hallström connect so personally to great material, you have to believe the Movie Gods are on your side,” says Levin.
Filming begins next year. Ferrell is currently shooting Zoolander 2.