The new Willy Wonka film would have a very different vibe with Gonzo in the lead role
December will see the release of the latest film inspired by Roald Dahl‘s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, but instead of being the story of Charlie Bucket‘s golden ticket tour, it’s the origin story of the factory’s owner, Willy Wonka.
Wonka, from the director and writer of both Paddington films, features Timothée Chalamet in the title role, and co-stars Hugh Grant as an Oompa Loompa, with support from Mathew Baynton, Olivia Colman, Keegan-Michael Key and co-writer Simon Farnaby.
The first trailer dropped this week.
Only in theaters December 15. #WonkaMovie pic.twitter.com/wLAcx0IKIF
— Warner Bros. Pictures (@wbpictures) July 11, 2023
Here’s how people have been reacting.
Wonka prequel better show us four hot 20somethings in bed together pic.twitter.com/YQEeq2HwNJ
— Mike Scollins (@mikescollins) July 11, 2023
promotional shot of Grandpa Joe, Grandma Josephine, Grandpa George, and Grandma Georgina in WONKA pic.twitter.com/oNWSbJhInU
— Ben Mekler (@benmekler) July 11, 2023
wait this is what the willy wonka prequel is about? pic.twitter.com/jyuE3H7vxx
— Ben Rosen (@ben_rosen) July 11, 2023
The little people in the acting community waited 34 years for roles in a new Willy Wonka film only to discover in 2005 the 4ft 4 actor, Deep Roy would be playing ALL the Oompa Loompas. Cut to 18 years later and they find out the 5ft 11 actor, Hugh Grant is playing an Oompa Loompa pic.twitter.com/iQpWmsNe8C
— Paul Putner (@RealPaulPutner) July 12, 2023
"55 WONKA BARS, 55 EVERLASTING GOBSTOPPERS, 55 FIZZY LIFTING DRINKS, 55 HAIR TOFFEES, 55 LICKABLE WALLPAPERS, 55 SQUARE CANDIES, 55 WONKA GUMS, 55 JELLY BEANS, 55 INVISIBLE FUDGES, 55 SNOTTERMELON, 55 GIANT GEESE THAT LAY GOLDEN EGGS" pic.twitter.com/KaI16jHAB3
— Seán Burke (@SeanBurkeShow) July 12, 2023
this delivery i’m cryingghdjdhs pic.twitter.com/aTcMp1wVv1
— lina (@evermoresivy) July 11, 2023
People noticed an interesting style choice.
I’m gonna watch the wonka movie but I can never forgive Timmy for ruining my hopes of cosplaying Muppet Christmas Carol Gonzo in peace pic.twitter.com/cOLG4gB8aa
— Azrai (@TheOneAzrai) July 12, 2023
Comedian and film-maker, Matt Highton went one step further – and it puts a very different spin on things.
Here's the Wonka trailer but with Gonzo as Willy Wonka. pic.twitter.com/ZzktI2E2AO
— Matthew Highton (@MattHighton) July 11, 2023
We’re long overdue a Muppets blockbuster. Just saying. Matt’s editgot a virtual standing ovation.
Out. Freaking. Standing. https://t.co/0nykFnZK69
— Alex Goy (@A1GOY) July 12, 2023
This is beyond fabulous https://t.co/dFMPnDZ5K1
— James Ducker (@jduckeractor) July 12, 2023
I need this version in my life too. https://t.co/mDEPERYsir
— Kerri aka Auntie Cake Bakes 🏳️🌈 💙💜💖 (@FallenAngel2106) July 12, 2023
Perhaps this is the full dose of Vegas in my addled noodle, but a mighty part of me wants to watch *this* movie: https://t.co/7xeIG6aPhJ
— Brent M. Diskin (@BrentDiskin) July 12, 2023
this is a better decision i think https://t.co/O4LDNOkP7E
— Ricky (@EricaJHill) July 12, 2023
We’ll just leave this here.
This is how i find out there's a Wonka trailer.
Napoleon/Gonzo trailer cooking?
— Brian (@greenclarinet) July 12, 2023
What if Miss Piggy were Barbie, eh?
You can also find Matt on YouTube, and if you feel like supporting his sterling work, you can do that too.
Absolutely smashed this one out. If you like it feel free to drop me a tip https://t.co/JVOK6TAKMV
— Matthew Highton (@MattHighton) July 11, 2023
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