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- 2023
- PG
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- 1 h 56 m
- 2023
- PG
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- 1 h 56 m
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.
Directed By: Paul King
Written By: Roald Dahl, Paul King, Simon Farnaby
- 2023
- PG
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- 1 h 56 m
- 2023
- PG
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- 1 h 56 m
Wonka
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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.
Directed By: Paul King
Written By: Roald Dahl, Paul King, Simon Farnaby
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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 64 Critic Reviews
66
72% Positive
46 Reviews
46 Reviews
23% Mixed
15 Reviews
15 Reviews
5% Negative
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 64 Critic Reviews
66
72% Positive
46 Reviews
46 Reviews
23% Mixed
15 Reviews
15 Reviews
5% Negative
3 Reviews
3 Reviews
Dec 6, 2023
The film is charming and warm-hearted, much like Paddington and its sequel, and the onscreen delight is infectious.
Dec 4, 2023
Wonka is, in fact, a lively, winsome pleasure, a film decidedly aimed at children that nonetheless incorporates some dark matter.
User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 400 User Ratings
6.8
65% Positive
258 Ratings
258 Ratings
23% Mixed
93 Ratings
93 Ratings
12% Negative
49 Ratings
49 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 400 User Ratings
6.8
65% Positive
258 Ratings
258 Ratings
23% Mixed
93 Ratings
93 Ratings
12% Negative
49 Ratings
49 Ratings
Nov 13, 2025
This movie was AMAZING!!! I love this movie, the soundtrack is still amazing even in 2025, Warner Bros. Give yourself a pat on the back because this is better then any Disney musical, or any musical in general, 10/10!!!
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Nov 2, 2025
This movie is incredible, as it does very well in bringing out the theme of creativity/whimsiness in a very ordinary world. Timothee Chalamet does a great job at portraying Willy Wonka, as not only does he capture the "magic" of Wonka, but he's also able to follow through with the various songs that the movie offers. The movie is sure to capture the hearts of people of all ages.
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Dec 15, 2023
It's as enthusiastic yet inscrutable as Wonka himself, played with an elegantly withholding quality by Chalamet, who in moments of quiet contemplation and madcap inspiration could be Gene Wilder's long-lost grandchild.
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.
Dec 13, 2023
This is an eminently pleasant movie, propped up by its indefatigable good cheer and King’s immaculately tidy craftsmanship.
Dec 14, 2023
The movie is overly busy, as these kinds of eager-to-please diversions tend to be, and at two hours it overstays its welcome.
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.
Jul 30, 2025
If we had to sum it up, Wonka is a Christmas film that takes us into the world of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory with a rather muted tone. Nothing too concerning, though the show, led by Timothée Chalamet, delivers a sharp and enjoyable musical, even if it’s a bit lacking in songs.
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Jul 1, 2025
Chalamet isn't really an actor, he's more like a model who can deliver a few lines. I can almost see his paycheck in the reflection of his eyes, during close-ups. Compare what Brando, Rourke, Nicholson, Deniro, Pacino, Hopper, etc, had achieved by the age of 27. World's apart.
Paul King's two Paddington films were excellent, so this film is a real let down. Trying to bash out a children's story like Roald Dahl clearly wasn't achievable. The musical scenes are cringe, and there's so much autotune and compression on the vocals, they may as well have been done by AI. The only engaging scenes are when Hugh Grant shows up. Wonka was made at the height of woke, so the remaining supporting cast speaks for itself.
Overall, it feels like a film made by corporate committee.
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Dec 28, 2023
Sickeningly sweet, shovelhouse niceity. A couple laughs (admittedly) towards the beginning, quickly becomes a grinding, by the numbers, artificial cgi confection. I was deciding whether to fall asleep or walk out. The actor who played Wonka did their best, but even they couldn’t save the film from forgettable, novelty, nostalgia bait.
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Production Company
- Warner Bros.
- Village Roadshow Pictures
- The Roald Dahl Story Company
- Heyday Films
- Domain Entertainment (II)
- Québec Production Services Tax Credit
Release Date Dec 15, 2023
Duration 1 h 56 m
Rating PG
Tagline Discover how Willy became...
Awards
Golden Globes, USA
• 1 Nomination
Golden Trailer Awards
• 4 Wins & 7 Nominations
Hollywood Music In Media Awards (HMMA)
• 4 Nominations
