Classic and Iconic Roles:
* Captain Jack Sparrow (Pirates of the Caribbean franchise): Perhaps his most famous role, Depp's flamboyant, drunken, and unpredictable pirate is beloved by many.
* Edward Scissorhands (Edward Scissorhands): This role launched Depp into stardom, showcasing his unique ability to play both the innocent and the frightening.
* Willy Wonka (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory): Depp's portrayal of the eccentric and enigmatic chocolatier was both whimsical and darkly comedic.
Quirky and Offbeat Roles:
* Ichabod Crane (Sleepy Hollow): A quirky and somewhat cowardly detective, Depp brings his signature strangeness to this classic tale.
* J.M. Barrie (Finding Neverland): Depp plays the troubled playwright who finds inspiration in the Llewelyn Davies boys, who inspire his famous story of Peter Pan.
* The Mad Hatter (Alice in Wonderland): Depp's Hatter is a bizarre and memorable character in this dark and fantastical film.
Dark and Dramatic Roles:
* Don Juan DeMarco (Don Juan DeMarco): A psychiatrist struggles to differentiate between reality and delusion when his patient claims to be the legendary Don Juan.
* George Jung (Blow): Depp plays the real-life drug kingpin in this biopic about his rise and fall in the cocaine trade.
* Whitey Bulger (Black Mass): Depp portrays the notorious Boston gangster in this gritty crime drama.
Other Notable Roles:
* Raoul Duke (Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas): Depp captures the chaotic energy of Hunter S. Thompson's drug-fueled journey through Las Vegas.
* Benny Del Toro (Donnie Brasco): He plays an undercover FBI agent who infiltrates the Bonanno crime family.
* Mort Rainey (The Tourist): A lovelorn photographer gets caught up in a web of intrigue in Venice.
This list only scratches the surface of Depp's diverse filmography. He has played characters of all types, from historical figures to fictional creations, demonstrating his remarkable range and talent as an actor.