Depp, Farrell, Law Step In To Finish Heath Ledger's Final Film

By Access HollywoodFebruary 18, 2008, 10:10 am PST

Johnny Depp, Colin Farrell and Jude Law will step in to replace Heath Ledger in "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus," Access Hollywood has learned.

Following Ledger's tragic death, the three Hollywood heavyweights have all agreed to play Ledger's character, "Tony," at various stages in the film, directed by Terry Gilliam.

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A rep for Law also confirmed the casting news to the BBC.

In "Imaginarium," Christopher Plummer plays the impresario Doctor Parnassus, and Ledger had taken the role of a mysterious outsider who joins the Doctor's troupe on a quest through parallel worlds to save the doctor's daughter (Lily Cole) from the clutches of the devil (Tom Waits).

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At the time of his death, a rep for the film confirmed to Access Hollywood that Ledger had begun, but not finished shooting his scenes.

Throughout the film, Ledger's character is transported into three separate dimensions. Although it was not confirmed, it is likely Depp, Farrell and Law would each step into the role in a different dimension.

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No word yet when production might resume. Prior to Ledger's death in late January, the film had been shooting in Vancouver and London.

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  • panh
    What a nice gesture from these 3 guys. They have more than enough money for their families or themselves. How generous to give to his only child. She is having to deal with enough trying to understand Heath's death, as is Michelle. To not have to worry financially is a great weight off their shoulders, I am sure. It is nice to know there are decent, kind people out there, esp. in Hollywood
    report abuseposted August 20, 2008, 4:17 pm PDT
  • ALICE PAMELA Y
    it is so cool that Depp,Law, and Farrell have donated the money they made or will make to Ledgers daughter. And has anyone thought of her with the new batman movie. Will they also turn over any money to Ledgers daughter??? It's only fair. Ledgers daughter desirves to have her fair share of her fathers rights in that movie also.
    report abuseposted August 20, 2008, 1:48 pm PDT
  • ms.depp_4eva
    I saw him he is friends with my dads friend so i see him often
    report abuseposted June 7, 2008, 5:59 pm PDT
  • david pryher
    dep loves dope so i understand why, right?
    report abuseposted May 25, 2008, 1:54 am PDT
  • mattrassoff
    Purchase Movies
    report abuseposted May 8, 2008, 10:19 pm PDT
  • sadia L
    johnny ,awesome. coool, fabulous, marvellous, idont have any word to say about johnny. his films r so coool., i just like his style . hishippy dippy neckaleces, colourful bracelets. round rimmed glasses and old fashion hat. i love him like anything. he is just coool.
    report abuseposted May 8, 2008, 9:12 am PDT
  • Audre
    does anyone know when johnny depp will b in cali next?
    report abuseposted May 4, 2008, 11:09 am PDT
  • Way2mnykds
    BTW: How does Colin FArrell fit onto that list of greats!
    report abuseposted April 2, 2008, 5:58 am PDT
  • Way2mnykds
    Hey: Ace of Spades...you use multiple actors to play one role in that type of film beucase each actor embodies a certain persona of the character! Think Vagina Monologues.
    report abuseposted April 2, 2008, 5:57 am PDT
  • bsgal
    Granny translates to racist, bigot, who has multiple personalites and no life! If you have nothing nice or constructive to say I suggest you leave "Granny" NO ONE cares about your opinion. You've been brought out for the moron you are. Get over it.
    report abuseposted February 28, 2008, 12:13 pm PST
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