Since Roald Dahl put out the children’s book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” in 1964, several live-action remakes have been created.
In each remake, different directors have given their own spin on the classic story, with different characters stepping into leading roles in each version.
The newest version inspired by the book came out on Dec. 15, 2023. Although this is the latest addition to hit the big screen, it serves as a prequel to the story, giving more background to the whimsical Willy Wonka, and how the chocolate factory came to be.
Predating the newest film “Wonka,” was the original live-action remake “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” released in 1971 and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” which came out many years later in 2005.
In the main plot of “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” five children find golden tickets in Wonka bars, which grants them a tour at the famous chocolate factory. (Anna Gowthorpe/PA Images via Getty Images)
This film serves as a prequel to the beloved story, and provides more insight on how Willy Wonka and his chocolate factory came to be.
This movie was directed by Paul King with Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka.
“Wonka” was released in theaters on Dec. 15.
Ashlyn Messier is a writer for Fox News Digital.
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