Wonka (PG)

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.

Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Sally Hawkins, Olivia Colman, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter

Director: Paul King

★★★★★ "Chalamet is very much the star of the chocolatier's origin story but the flawless ensemble cast, including Hugh Grant as an Ooompa Loompa, bring the film to life" EVENING STANDARD

★★★★★ "It’s spectacular, imaginative, sweet-natured and funny." GUARDIAN

★★★★★ "The brains behind Paddington – plus a charming Timothée Chalamet – give Dahl a Goon Show-ish prequel full of irresistible velvety sweetness" DAILY TELEGRAPH UK

★★★★½ "Wonka is delightful and delectable, full of heart, charm and is brilliantly funny, with silly beats throughout." RTÉ

★★★★ "the script is studded with delicious details, be it visual conceits or off-the-wall ideas. It’s a delightful, daffy world, and a pleasure to spend time in." EMPIRE MAGAZINE

★★★★ "Timothy Chalamet is sensational" LITTLE WHITE LIES

★★★★ "It whips up wit, warmth, and the beloved memories of classics past: there’s a big dollop of Mary Poppins here, a little Matilda, some Oliver!, and, then, unexpectedly, a pinch of Les Misérables." INDEPENDENT UK

★★★★ "Paul King brings his Paddington touch to Roald Dahl" TOTAL FILM