Wonka

Name: Wonka
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Family, Musical
Released: December 15, 2023
Rating: 66
Cast: Colin O'Brien, Ellie White, Freya Parker, Hugh Grant, Jim Carter

2023

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Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: December 15, 2023

Starring: Colin O'Brien, Ellie White, Freya Parker, Hugh Grant, Jim Carter, Keegan-Michael Key, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Mathew Baynton, Matt Lucas, Murray McArthur, Natasha Rothwell, Olivia Colman, Paterson Joseph, Rakhee Thakrar, Rowan Atkinson, Rufus Jones, Sally Hawkins, Simon Farnaby, Timothée Chalamet, Tom Davis, Tracy Ifeachor

Summary: Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Roald Dahl’s most iconic children’s book and one of the best-selling children’s books of all time, Wonka tells the wondrous story of how the world’s greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today.

Director: Paul King

Genre(s): Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Family, Musical

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Emily Zemler

Dec 6, 2023

The film is charming and warm-hearted, much like Paddington and its sequel, and the onscreen delight is infectious. Read full review

Empire Ian Freer

Dec 4, 2023

It may not scale the heights of his Paddington duo, but Paul King’s Wonka is a beguiling way to spend 116 minutes, perfectly anchored by Chalamet’s benevolent dandy. All together now: Oompa Loompa, doompety doo… Read full review

The Observer (UK) Wendy Ide

Dec 11, 2023

Wonka is an effervescent pleasure – an endlessly, intricately charming treasure trove of a movie. And overall, Timothée Chalamet’s fresh-faced take on the central character – bringing a puckish innocence and spry, light-footed energy to one of the most famously jaded misanthropes in children’s literature – works rather well. Read full review

Liz Shannon Miller

Dec 4, 2023

Wonka’s throwback charms make a striking enough impression, especially with Chalamet in the role, that the idea of another musical Wonka adventure isn't at all objectionable. If, that is, they skip the fat suit next time. Read full review

Slashfilm Ethan Anderton

Dec 4, 2023

So while Timothée Chalamet doesn't have the magic to hold the movie on his back, the movie around him is still rather splendid and enjoyable. Even if Chalamet ends up leaving a displeasing taste in your mouth, he doesn't end up ruining this sweet treat. Read full review

Donald Clarke

Dec 7, 2023

Wonka is not any sort of disaster. It is made with enormous professionalism. It abounds with good nature. And it does offer at least one fascinating titbit about the protagonist’s background. Read full review

David Rooney

Dec 4, 2023

Young audiences may well be enchanted, but I’m sad to report I found the whole confection sickly sweet and hopelessly twee. Read full review

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