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Get ready for a sweet treat! 🍭🍫
The new Willy Wonka movie, simply titled Wonka, officially has a trailer—and it's full of pure imagination! In a new twist on the classic childhood book by Roald Dahl written in 1964, the upcoming film will portray the untold story of the peculiar inventor and chocolatier, Willy Wonka, before he opened his famous chocolate factory.
Of course, this isn't the first time the iconic children's book was adapted to the big screen! There was the original Willy Wonka played by Gene Wilder in the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, plus a Tim Burton rendition in 2005 played by Johnny Depp. This time around, Timothée Chalamet will star as young Wonka and the whimsical story will take place before Charlie Bucket found the golden ticket.
But don't worry—it'll still have all that charm, mystery, and music (yes, it is a musical!) just like the original film.
In an interview with People, director Paul King (known for the Paddington movies) said, "He [Timothée] brings this riot of color and energy and the future, and a lot more joyous sense of it."
If you're looking for a bit of nostalgia or you just love a good family-friendly movie, read on for everything you need to know about Wonka, including a first look at the trailer, cast details, release date, and more!
Is there a trailer for Wonka?
Yes, and it's so good! The trailer opens up with Wonka, played by Chalamet, saying, "You see I'm something of a magician, inventor, and chocolate maker. So quiet up and listen down. Nope, scratch that. Reverse it."
From there, we see how Wonka dreams up his famous chocolate factory through song and dance despite a dangerous chocolate cartel that attempts to stop him.
Who is in the cast of Wonka?
Aside from Timothée Chalamet (known for his roles in Dune, Lady Bird, and Call Me by Your Name), the movie will also feature a star-studded cast, including Olivia Colman, Keegan-Michael Key, Rowan Atkinson, Matt Lucas, Jim Carter, Sally Hawkins, and Hugh Grant as one of the famous Oompa Loompas!
When does Wonka premiere?
Get ready for a little sweet holiday magic! Wonka will be released in theaters on December 15, 2023, just in time for you to indulge in your favorite Christmas candy!
Kara Zauberman is the Senior Editor of Content Strategy at The Pioneer Woman, covering stories ranging from food, lifestyle, news, and more. When she’s not writing and editing, you can find her seeking out new restaurants or cooking for friends and family.
