Wonka (2023)
Wonka is a prequel film to Roald Dahl’s classic novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and follows the origins of the legendary candy maker. From his first encounter with the Oompa Loompas to founding his deliciously magnificent headquarters, Wonka explores the character in a new light. Timothee Chalamet assumes the role of Willy Wonka himself.
- Release Date:
- December 15, 2023
- Director:
- Paul King
- Cast:
- Sally Hawkins, Olivia Colman, Keegan-Michael Key, Rowan Atkinson, Timothee Chalamet, Jim Carter
- Writers:
- Paul King, Simon Farnaby
- Budget:
- $125 million
- Studio(s):
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Distributor(s):
- Warner Bros. Pictures
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Summary
Warner Bros. announced that the studio will release Wonka, a prequel film set in the years prior to the opening of Willy Wonka's famous chocolate factory. It will follow the adventures of a young Willy Wonka, a character who originated in Roald Dahl's 1964 book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Willy Wonka has since been adapted to live-action, with Gene Wilder's 1971 portrayal of the character perhaps being the most popular. For now, the plot details for Wonka are relatively scarce. Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available. The film will be directed by Paul King.
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Wonka's Hugh Grant Oompa-Loompa Casting Controversy Explained
Despite being a potentially promising take on Roald Dahl's novel, Wonka has stirred some major controversies by casting Hugh Grant as an Oompa Loompa.
Wonka's Hugh Grant Oompa Loompa Gets Honest Response From Jackass Star Wee Man
Jackass star Wee Man is speaking out against Hugh Grant playing an Oompa Loompa in Wonka, and his response is as honest as it is sharp.
"What The Hell Have You Done To Him?" Hugh Grant's Wonka Casting As Oompa Loompa Slammed By Actor With Dwarfism
Actor George Coppen has criticized Hugh Grant's casting as an Oompa Loompa in the upcoming Wonka movie and how it follows a troubling industry trend.
10 Wonka Actors Who Also Appear In The Paddington Movies
Wonka comes from the same brilliant director of the Paddington movies, so there will be several familiar names joining Chalamet on the cast list.
The Wonka Movie Used A Shocking Amount Of Real Chocolate: "I've [Gained] About 50 Pounds"
Director Paul King reveals that his upcoming Wonka movie had its very own chocolatier and used a shocking amount of real chocolate on set.
Wonka's "Real" Oompa Loompas Avoid The Worst Part Of Tim Burton's Remake
The worst part of Tim Burton's remake of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is being corrected with the Oompa Loompas in Paul King's Wonka.
Wonka Art Shows That Timothée Chalamet May Have A Playful Side After Divisive Trailer
New Wonka art highlights the playful side of Timothée Chalamet's young candy-maker after the recent Wonka trailer proved to be divisive.
Why Wonka's Oompa Loompas Have The Original Movie's Design (& Not Tim Burton’s)
Director Paul King explains why Wonka went back to the classic Oompa Loompa design after Tim Burton’s departure in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Is Willy Wonka Based On A Real Person? Roald Dahl's Inspiration Explained
Timothée Chalamet will be the third actor to play Willy Wonka on the big screen, and his film raises the query – is Wonka inspired by a real person?
Is Timothée Chalamet's Wonka Based On A Roald Dahl Book?
Timtohée Chalamet's Wonka provides an origin story for Roald Dahl's famous chocolate maker, but is it adapted from one of the author's books?
How Timothée Chalamet's Willy Wonka Compares To Gene Wilder & Johnny Depp
The first Wonka trailer reveals Timothée Chalamet as the kooky chocolatier, but how does he compare to his predecessors, Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp?
Timothée Chalamet Was Cast In Wonka Because Of His High-School Rap Videos On YouTube
Wonka director Paul King reveals Timothée Chalamet was cast in the titular role for the movie because of his high-school rap videos on YouTube.
Is Timothée Chalamet Playing A Young Gene Wilder Or Johnny Depp? 2 Wonka Details Give An Answer
Before the release of the Wonka trailer starring Timothée Chalamet, there was some confusion about which version of the iconic character he plays.
Wonka's Genius Oompa Loompa Reveal Continues The Best Hugh Grant Trend
Hugh Grant will play an Oompa Loopa in Wonka, a part that greatly diverts those the actor is known for. Still, this isn't his first unexpected role.
Wonka Trailer: Timothée Chalamet Is The Perfect Mix Of Gene Wilder & Johnny Depp
The first Wonka trailer reveals a proper look at Timothée Chalamet as the eccentric chocolatier in the prequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
REMINDER: Wonka Is Directed By The Genius Behind Paddington 2
The Wonka prequel may seem like a bad idea but don't count it out, as it is actually directed by the genius behind Paddington 2, Paul King.
Wonka Movie Images: Hugh Grant Is A Mini Oompa-Loompa, Timothée Chalamet Dances As The Candy Maker
The first images for Wonka, a prequel to Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, see Timothée Chalamet embracing the role of a young Willy Wonka.
Wonka Cast Guide: Where You Know The Stars Of The Chocolate Factory Prequel From
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Hugh Grant's Oompa Loompa Can Fix A 60-Year-Old Willy Wonka Controversy
The Wonka footage shown at CinemaCon featured Hugh Grant as an Oompa Loompa, and he can finally fix a long-running Oompa Loompa controversy.
Wonka Movie Footage Description: Hugh Grant Is An Oompa Loompa In Prequel Movie
New footage from Paul King’s Wonka has been revealed, showcasing Timothée Chalamet’s enchanting candymaker and Hugh Grant in a surprise role.