Warner Bros. presents us with a sweet cinematic treat with the much-anticipated trailer for “Wonka.” The origins story of the iconic candymaker Willy Wonka takes center stage, with Timothée Chalamet stepping into the enigmatic role.
After a debut at CinemaCon last year, this new trailer provides a sneak peek into the enchanting world of Roald Dahl’s beloved “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” But here’s the exciting twist: Hugh Grant makes a surprising appearance as an Oompa-Loompa.
Timothée Chalamet Reveals Motivation Behind Embracing Iconic Kidlit Role
The star of “Dune” recently shared his motivation for accepting the role of Willy Wonka.

“To work on something that will have an uncynical young audience, that was just a big joy. That’s why I was drawn to it. In a time and climate of intense political rhetoric, when there’s so much bad news all the time, this is hopefully going to be a piece of chocolate.”
Timothée Chalamet
Star-Studded Cast and Director Revealed for Warner Bros.’ “Wonka, , Set to Hit Theaters on December 15

Warner Bros.’ “Wonka,” directed by Paul King of “Paddington” fame and co-written by King and Simon Farnaby, boasts an impressive cast. Alongside Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka, the film features Keegan-Michael Key, Rowan Atkinson, Sally Hawkins, Olivia Colman, and more. Notably, Hugh Grant takes on the unexpected role of an Oompa-Loompa.
Set to hit theaters on December 15, “Wonka” promises a star-studded cinematic experience!