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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

1971·Movie·G·100 min·7.5(3,963)

It's scrumdidilyumptious!

When eccentric candy man Willy Wonka promises a lifetime supply of sweets and a tour of his chocolate factory to five lucky kids, penniless Charlie Bucket seeks the golden ticket that will make him a winner.

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About Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is a 1971 English-language family, fantasy and comedy film directed by Mel Stuart. The cast is led by Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, Peter Ostrum. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 4000 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max.

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory was produced by Wolper Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on June 29, 1971, and carries a G certification. Made on a budget of about $3 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.

Director
Mel Stuart
Writers
Roald Dahl, Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley
Release date
June 29, 1971
Original language
English
Age rating
G
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$3 million
Box office
$4 million
Production
Wolper Pictures
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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory cast & crew

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory was directed by Mel Stuart and written by Roald Dahl, Leslie Bricusse, and Anthony Newley.

The cast features Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka, Jack Albertson as Grandpa Joe, Peter Ostrum as Charlie, Roy Kinnear as Mr. Salt, Julie Dawn Cole as Veruca Salt, and Leonard Stone as Mr. Beauregarde.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Leslie Bricusse, cinematography is by Arthur Ibbetson, and it was produced by David L. Wolper and Stan Margulies.

Is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory worth watching?

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 3,963 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed family films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy family, fantasy, and comedy, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

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Cast of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

Gene Wilder

Gene Wilder

Willy Wonka

Jack Albertson

Jack Albertson

Grandpa Joe

Peter Ostrum

Peter Ostrum

Charlie

Roy Kinnear

Roy Kinnear

Mr. Salt

Julie Dawn Cole

Julie Dawn Cole

Veruca Salt

Leonard Stone

Leonard Stone

Mr. Beauregarde

Denise Nickerson

Denise Nickerson

Violet Beauregarde

Nora Denney

Nora Denney

Mrs. Teevee

Paris Themmen

Paris Themmen

Mike Teevee

Ursula Reit

Ursula Reit

Mrs. Gloop

Michael Böllner

Michael Böllner

Augustus Gloop

Diana Sowle

Diana Sowle

Mrs. Bucket

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory — FAQs

Where can I watch Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory in United States?

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV Channel in United States.

Is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory on HBO Max Amazon Channel?

Yes — Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.

What language is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory in?

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is originally in English, with audio tracks including French, English, Italian, German. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory?

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory rated?

Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is rated G. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 3,963 ratings.

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