The role: Depp works with Michael Mann for the first time, who has found him a plum role in charismatic outlaw John Dillinger.

Depp can be as charming as he likes, fire Tommy Guns, romance Marion Cotillard and square up to Christian Bale’s proto-FBI agent.

Jack Sparrow-o-meter: A man after my own heart. Crime, ladies, and style – he’s welcome aboard the Black Pearl anytime. Except it sank. 9/10.

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