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Wonka

Movie 2023 7.0 /10

Wonka follows a wildly imaginative Willy Wonka as he riffs on candy making and dreams up ways to change the world with sweets. The film sketches a young inventor whose exuberant experiments turn ordinary ingredients into dazzling confections, drawing allies and rivals into a playful scramble for... Read more

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About Wonka

Wonka follows a wildly imaginative Willy Wonka as he riffs on candy making and dreams up ways to change the world with sweets. The film sketches a young inventor whose exuberant experiments turn ordinary ingredients into dazzling confections, drawing allies and rivals into a playful scramble for invention. Timothee Chalamet brings a twinkling mischief and genuine warmth to the title role, giving Wonka a mix of charm and secret longing. The story hints at the roots of his factory obsession and the way imagination can reshape ordinary moments into something magical. It keeps a light, fast pace with humor and heart, inviting families to believe that ideas can become real.

Directed by Paul King and built around Roald Dahls world, Wonka arrived in 2023 with Timothee Chalamet taking the lead. The film is inspired by Roald Dahls creations and serves as a prequel that expands Wonka's backstory.

Box office data for Wonka is not provided in the available data. Without official totals it is hard to pin down performance across markets or compare it to other recent family films.

Critics welcomed the film for its bright energy, playful visuals, and warm humor. The story emphasizes imagination, friendship and the idea that ambition can be kind as well as bold. Timothee Chalamet brings a breezy, magnetic charm that makes Wonka feel approachable rather than distant.

What Viewers Are Saying

7.0/10
from 4,188 ratings

Viewers appreciate Timothée Chalamet’s strong and nuanced portrayal of a young Willy Wonka, which many find central to the film’s charm. Audiences also praise the movie’s imaginative visuals, engaging musical elements, and its fresh yet respectful take on the beloved character’s origins. Some express disappointment with certain casting choices and find parts of the story predictable or less compelling compared to previous adaptations. Overall, fans enjoy the film’s whimsy, nostalgic appeal, and its ability to offer a family-friendly, enchanting experience.

Details

Release Date
December 06, 2023
User Ratings
4,188 votes
Type
Movie
Genres
Comedy, Family, Fantasy

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Cast

Timothée Chalamet

Timothée Chalamet

Willy Wonka

Calah Lane

Calah Lane

Noodle

Keegan-Michael Key

Keegan-Michael Key

Chief of Police

Hugh Grant

Hugh Grant

Oompa Loompa

Paterson Joseph

Paterson Joseph

Arthur Slugworth

Olivia Colman

Olivia Colman

Mrs. Scrubbit

Tom Davis

Tom Davis

Bleacher

Jim Carter

Jim Carter

Abacus Crunch

Rowan Atkinson

Rowan Atkinson

Father Julius

Matt Lucas

Matt Lucas

Prodnose

Written by: Simon Farnaby, Paul King, Roald Dahl

Frequently Asked Questions

Wonka is available to stream on Max. You can also rent or buy it on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video.

Yes, Wonka is available to stream on Max.

Yes, you can rent on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video or buy on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video.

With a rating of 7.0/10 from 4,188 viewers, Wonka is well-regarded and recommended by viewers.

Wonka follows a wildly imaginative Willy Wonka as he riffs on candy making and dreams up ways to change the world with sweets. The film sketches a young inventor whose exuberant experiments turn ordinary ingredients into dazzling confections, drawing allies and rivals into a playful scramble for ...

Wonka stars Timothée Chalamet, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Hugh Grant, and Paterson Joseph.

Wonka was released on December 06, 2023.

Wonka is a Comedy, Family, and Fantasy film.

Yes. Wonka is presented as an origin story about Willy Wonka, with Timothée Chalamet portraying the young confectionary genius and exploring how his world-changing ideas begin.

Timothée Chalamet plays Willy Wonka. The film's other main cast includes Calah Lane as Noodle, Keegan-Michael Key as Chief of Police, Hugh Grant as an Oompa Loompa, and Paterson Joseph as Arthur Slugworth.

Wonka was created by Simon Farnaby, Paul King, and Roald Dahl. Paul King directed the film.

Wonka has a rating of 7.048 out of 10. This score reflects its overall reception.