Current:Home > NewsSee Timothée Chalamet Transform Into Willy Wonka in First Wonka Movie Trailer -Elevate Money Guide
See Timothée Chalamet Transform Into Willy Wonka in First Wonka Movie Trailer
View
Date:2025-04-19 00:40:36
Timothée Chalamet most certainly scored the golden ticket with this one.
The highly anticipated trailer for the movie Wonka dropped July 11, giving fans a glimpse at the 27-year-old stepping into the titular role as the beloved Roald Dahl character alongside actor Hugh Grant, who portrays a dancing Oompa-Loompa.
According to Warner Bros., Wonka—which is set for release on Dec. 15—"tells the wondrous story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician and chocolate-maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today."
Back in 2021, the actor posted the first photo of himself as Willy Wonka, sparking a buzz on the internet over his transformation. Quoting Gene Wilder's Wonka character from the 1971 musical movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Timothée captioned a picture of himself decked out in crimson velvet and a top hat, "The suspense is terrible. I hope it will last ..."
He added, "WONKA," alongside a factory and chocolate bar emoji.
The snap sent social media into a frenzy, as one user tweeted, "In this one, Wonka f--ks," while another wrote, "Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka if Willy Wonka made the Forbes 30 under 30."
A follow-up tweet echoed the sentiment, reading, "Definitely different, but I respect a fine looking British look."
Wonka will be the third time Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has been adapted for the screen, with Johnny Depp last playing Wonka in 2005's version of the movie musical.
Back in September, Timothée responded to the chatter surrounding his take on the fictitious chocolatier and set the record straight on what people can expect from his film.
"You know what's really funny about that is it's so misleading," he told British Vogue for its October cover story. "This movie is so sincere, it's so joyous."
Something else fans can anticipate? Seven musical numbers.
As the Call Me By My Name actor explained, "I hate to say it, but the dream as an artist is to throw whatever the f--k you want at the wall, you know?"
Added Timothée, "And I guess what I'm realizing is that one's personal life, one's adult life, can be quite boring and the artist's life can still be extraordinary."
Directed by Paul King, Wonka also stars Olivia Colman, Keegan-Michael Key, Rowan Atkinson, Sally Hawkins, and Jim Carter.
veryGood! (352)
Related
- How to watch the 'Blue Bloods' Season 14 finale: Final episode premiere date, cast
- Feds bust Connecticut dealers accused of selling counterfeit pills throughout the US
- Patrick Mahomes Defends Travis Kelce Amid Criticism of Tight End's NFL Performance
- Cyrus Langston: Usage Tips Of Bollinger Bands
- Working Well: When holidays present rude customers, taking breaks and the high road preserve peace
- Philadelphia Phillies clinch NL East title. Set sights on No. 1 seed in playoffs
- Trump will attend Al Smith charity dinner that Harris is skipping to campaign in battleground state
- Why Fed rate cuts may juice the stock market and your 401(k)
- Jamie Foxx reps say actor was hit in face by a glass at birthday dinner, needed stitches
- Kentucky judge allegedly killed by sheriff remembered for public service as residents seek answers
Ranking
- The Best Stocking Stuffers Under $25
- Coach accused of offering $5,000 to buy children from parents, refusing to return kids
- Trump wants to lure foreign companies by offering them access to federal land
- Colorado grocery store mass shooter found guilty of murdering 10
- Macy's says employee who allegedly hid $150 million in expenses had no major 'impact'
- Damar Hamlin gets first career interception in Bills' MNF game vs. Jaguars
- Man serving life for Alabama murder also sentenced in Wisconsin killing
- In a battle for survival, coral reefs get a second chance outside the ocean
Recommendation
Head of the Federal Aviation Administration to resign, allowing Trump to pick his successor
How colorful, personalized patches bring joy to young cancer patients
Critics say lawmakers watered down California’s lemon car law after secret lobbyist negotiations
Volunteers help seedlings take root as New Mexico attempts to recover from historic wildfire
Why we love Bear Pond Books, a ski town bookstore with a French bulldog 'Staff Pup'
Gunman in Colorado supermarket shooting is the latest to fail with insanity defense
Keith Urban Shares Update on Nicole Kidman After Her Mom’s Death
What time is 'The Voice' on? Season 26 premiere date, time, coaches, where to watch and stream