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  • Johnny Depp

    Johnny Depp

    Tonto

  • Armie Hammer

    Armie Hammer

    The Lone Ranger a.k.a John Reed

  • Tom Wilkinson

    Tom Wilkinson

    Cole

  • William Fichtner

    William Fichtner

    Butch Cavendish

  • Barry Pepper

    Barry Pepper

    Captain J. Fuller

  • James Badge Dale

    James Badge Dale

    Dan Reid

  • Ruth Wilson

    Ruth Wilson

    Rebecca Reid

  • Helena Bonham Carter

    Helena Bonham Carter

    Red Herrington

Credits
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  • Gore Verbinski

    Gore Verbinski

    Director / Producer

  • Justin Haythe

    Justin Haythe

    Screenwriter / Story by

  • Ted Elliott

    Ted Elliott

    Screenwriter / Story by / Executive Producer

  • Terry Rossio

    Terry Rossio

    Screenwriter / Story by / Executive Producer

  • Jerry Bruckheimer

    Jerry Bruckheimer

    Producer

  • Mike Stenson

    Mike Stenson

    Executive Producer

  • Chad Oman

    Chad Oman

    Executive Producer

  • Johnny Depp

    Johnny Depp

    Executive Producer

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    Kate Moss: I Spent Years Crying Over Johnny Depp, Hated Posing Nude, Never Did Heroin

    11:37 am PDT 11/1/2012
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    The supermodel reveals her broken heart, deep insecurities and lack of professional guidance in a revealing new profile. READ MORE

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  2. 'The Lone Ranger' Trailer

    12:21 pm PDT 10/5/2012
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    Johnny Depp stars as Tonto and Armie Hammer as John Reid/The Lone Ranger in Gore Verbinski's action movie from Walt Disney Pictures. READ MORE

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    Watch Video 'The Lone Ranger' Trailer: Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer Go West (Video)

    'The Lone Ranger' Trailer: Johnny Depp and Armie Hammer Go West (Video)

    7:12 am PDT 10/3/2012
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    Disney offers up a long-awaited first preview cut of the action-packed adaptation of the classic radio and TV serial. READ MORE

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    'The Lone Ranger' Poster and New Still Images Debut (Photos)

    'The Lone Ranger' Poster and New Still Images Debut (Photos)

    12:49 pm PDT 10/2/2012
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    Disney has unveiled several new images from its reimagining of the western classic, ahead of the trailer debut on Wednesday. READ MORE

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  5. In the Magazine
    Disney's 'Lone Ranger' Shoot Nears an End

    Disney's 'Lone Ranger' Shoot Nears an End

    5:00 am PDT 9/26/2012
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    After at least 140 days, the $250 million action movie should wrap near the end of September; insiders say director Gore Verbinski "likes to shoot and shoot and shoot." READ MORE

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    'Lone Ranger' Crewmember Dies on Set

    'Lone Ranger' Crewmember Dies on Set

    1:07 pm PDT 9/21/2012
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    UPDATED: Disney confirms that a staffer on the set of the Johnny Depp-starring Western died of an apparent drowning. READ MORE

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  7. Watch Video Tom Wilkinson, Emma Stone and Will Yun Lee Voice Characters in ‘Sleeping Dogs’ Video Game (Video)

    Tom Wilkinson, Emma Stone and Will Yun Lee Voice Characters in ‘Sleeping Dogs’ Video Game (Video)

    10:49 am PDT 7/17/2012
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    Square Enix and developer United Front Games assembled an eclectic mix of action stars for new open world game READ MORE

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  8. Comic-Con 2012: 'Lone Ranger' Wows at Disney Presentation

    Comic-Con 2012: 'Lone Ranger' Wows at Disney Presentation

    4:40 pm PDT 7/12/2012
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    The studio showed footage from "Oz: The Great and Powerful" and "Frankenweenie," but Gore Verbinski's Western stole the show. READ MORE

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    3:07 pm PDT 7/2/2012
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    Art inspired by Hollywood was the theme of the Gallery for the People Summer 2012 Preview benefitting Art of Elysium. READ MORE

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    'Lone Ranger' Budget Back Up to $250 Million

    'Lone Ranger' Budget Back Up to $250 Million

    5:00 am PDT 6/13/2012
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    Insiders say the Johnny Depp Western, which was cut to $215 million, is well over its revised budget -- in addition to possibly being weeks behind its filming schedule. READ MORE

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    10:57 am PDT 6/5/2012
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    The twin moguls snag the U.S. fashion industry's top prize while host Seth Meyers dons a black lace Commes des Garcons dress over boxer shorts. READ MORE

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    CFDA Nominated Jewelry Designer Irene Neuwirth On How She Got Her Start

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    5:12 pm PDT 6/2/2012
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    The L.A.-based nominee was giving horseback lessons before she changed dreams and started her jewelry designer career in 2003. (Updated) READ MORE

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  13. Disney, Fox Postpone Release of 'Robopocalypse' to 2014

    Disney, Fox Postpone Release of 'Robopocalypse' to 2014

    2:44 pm PDT 5/31/2012
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    Disney's "The Lone Ranger" moves to 2013's July Fourth weekend slot, where it will battle the 3D version of Fox's "Independence Day." READ MORE

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  14. Johnny Depp Adopted by the Comanche Nation Indian Tribe

    Johnny Depp Adopted by the Comanche Nation Indian Tribe

    6:00 am PDT 5/22/2012
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    With the star set to play Tonto in a big screen reboot of "The Lone Ranger," the New Mexico-based tribe formally made him one of their own. READ MORE

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  15. Jack White to Compose Score for Johnny Depp's 'The Lone Ranger'

    Jack White to Compose Score for Johnny Depp's 'The Lone Ranger'

    5:50 am PDT 4/27/2012
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    Disney taps the Grammy-winning musician to produce the soundtrack for the film adaptation. READ MORE

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  16. Johnny Depp Gives Surprise Performance With Marilyn Manson at Golden Gods Awards (Video)

    11:17 am PDT 4/12/2012
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    The actor, who will receive CFDA's 2012 Fashion Icon award, displayed his rock star sartorial splendor while performing two songs at L.A.'s Nokia Live. READ MORE

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    Johnny Depp's 'Dark Shadow' Posters Recall Andy Warhol's Pop Art Portraits

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    4:43 pm PDT 3/21/2012
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    Count on director Tim Burton and his longtime collaborator to bring the goth to the swinging '70s in his update of the classic, campy soap opera. READ MORE

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    Johnny Depp to Receive CFDA's 2012 Fashion Icon Award

    Johnny Depp to Receive CFDA's 2012 Fashion Icon Award

    1:55 pm PDT 3/16/2012
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    The always eclectically-dressed actor is probably wondering if the prestigious fashion group has made a serious mistake. READ MORE

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  19. Fash Track
    'The Lone Ranger': Johnny Depp Works With 'Pirates' Designer Penny Rose For Tonto Costume

    'The Lone Ranger': Johnny Depp Works With 'Pirates' Designer Penny Rose For Tonto Costume

    5:50 pm PST 3/8/2012
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    Rose helped the actor come up with his now iconic Captain Jack Sparrow costume for the "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise. READ MORE

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  20. The Lone Ranger and Tonto Through the Years

    The Lone Ranger and Tonto Through the Years

    1:58 pm PST 3/8/2012
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    With Disney unveiling the first look at their Johnny Depp-led version, take a look back at the previous stars of the iconic series. READ MORE

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Summary

Native American spirit warrior Tonto (Johnny Depp) recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid (Armie Hammer), a man of the law, into a legend of justice—taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises and humorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption.

Company Info

  • Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Studio
  • Jerry Bruckheimer Films Production Company
  • BlindWink Productions Production Company
  • Infinitum Nihil Production Company
  • Entertainment Rights PLC Production Company