In his first-ever collaboration with director Tim Burton, Johnny's characterization of the gentle, Frankenstein-like man with scissors for hands was a far cry from his role as the resident hottie on TV's "21 Jump Street." Johnny enabled viewers to resonate with the social misfit whose dreams of a normal life clash with the people in small-town suburbia. The role turned out to be a major turning point in Depp's career, as he became noticed for his chameleon-like acting ability alongside his Hollywood good looks.