When will 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' release? And everything else you need to know

The movie dramatizes the Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard defamation trial, the most-talked-about legal battle in the last decade
UPDATED SEP 29, 2022
Mark Hapka as Johnny Depp and Megan Davis as Amber Heard in 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' (Tubi/YouTube)
Mark Hapka as Johnny Depp and Megan Davis as Amber Heard in 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' (Tubi/YouTube)

2022 has been an eventful year overall. Remember the Depp vs Heard Trial which ended a while ago and was probably one of the most talked about trials in the last decade? Tubi has premiered the trailer for 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial', its new original scripted film which dramatizes the Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard defamation trial from just a few months ago. Before we jump into the details of the Tubi movie, let's walk you through why the trial even happened. 

The case had become a fierce battle over the truth about the former couple's relationship, with both sides accusing the other of repeated domestic abuse. Johnny Depp, as the plaintiff, filed a complaint of defamation against his ex-wife Amber Heard, claiming $50 million in damages, and Heard filed a counter lawsuit against Depp, claiming $100 million in damages. However, the jury ruled in Depp's favor. This Tubi original movie will showcase the fierce legal war between the two Hollywood stars.

RELATED ARTICLES

Johnny Depp bears 'no ill will' towards Amber Heard as he looks to move on with 'ton of projects'

Johnny Depp asks why Amber Heard waited till AFTER trial verdict to point out 'wrong juror' in jury panel

When does 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial,' release?

'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' will release on September 30, 2022.

How can I watch 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial'?

You can stream 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' on Tubi. 

Who's acting in 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial'?

The Tubi original movie 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' stars Mark Hapka and Megan Davis as Johnny Depp and Amber Heard, respectively. Melissa Marty plays Depp's lawyer Camille Vasquez, and Mary Carrig is Elaine Bredehoft from Heard's legal team.

What is the plot of 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial'?

According to Variety, 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' follows the relationship of Depp and Heard leading up to and including the two-month defamation trial, which Tubi’s trailer declares as “the most-watched trial of the year." The jury found that Heard defamed Depp by alluding to domestic violence allegations against him in a December 2018 op-ed piece, while the jury also held Depp liable for a defamatory statement made about Heard by his lawyer.

What is the buzz around 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial'?

According to TV Line, Adam Lewinson, Tubi’s chief content officer spilled some beans about the movie, saying, “Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial has ‘Hot Take’ in the title for a reason.” He further continued, "With our partners at MarVista, this Tubi Original was fast-tracked into production to capture a timely take on a story that became part of the cultural zeitgeist, painting a unique picture of what millions watched play out in the headlines over the summer."

Trailer

You can watch the trailer of 'Hot Take: The Depp/Heard Trial' below.



 

GET THE BIGGEST ENTERTAINMENT STORIES
STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX.

MORE STORIES

Scott Patterson took to Instagram on Thursday to explain in depth why he will not be part of the new season of 'Sullivan's Crossing.'
2 hours ago
Season 8 of 'Outlander' is based on Diana Gabaldon’s ninth book in the series, 'Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone.'
2 hours ago
Daryl Hannah finally addressed her role in 'Love Story,' saying the on-screen depiction isn't remotely close to her actual self.
4 hours ago
'The Pitt' Season 2 hints at a complicated dynamic between Dr. Santos and Dr. Garcia as subtle moments spark questions about their relationship.
5 hours ago
Written by Greg Berlanti and Bash Doran, 'How to Survive Without Me' marks Kaley Cuoco's latest TV project amid her lead role in MGM+'s 'Vanished.'
7 hours ago
'The Pitt' Season 2 sees Dr. Robby gearing up for a three-month motorcycle trip after several stressful months at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center
8 hours ago
Right after the big crossover, ABC gave fans a major ‘9-1-1’ update about the 2026–2027 television cycle
10 hours ago
The 'Tulsa King' spinoff is set in Frisco, Texas, and it will see Jackson's mobster finally take on Dwight Manfredi
10 hours ago
Morgan and Karadec are set to continue their chaotic yet heartwarming partnership as ABC renews the hit crime series for another season
11 hours ago
The project titled 'Alexander' will focus on an unlikely friendship, a brutal war, and forbidden love
13 hours ago