Wonka OTT Release Date, Budget, Cast, Trailer, Box Office Collection & More

"Wonka" is set to hit theatres in 2023, directed by Paul King , who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Simon Farnaby . Inspired by Roald Dahl 's 1964 novel "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," the movie delves into the early career of Willy Wonka, the iconic chocolatier.

Leading the cast is Timothee Chalamet in the titular role, supported by a stellar ensemble including Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph , Matt Lucas , Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins , Rowan Atkinson , Jim Carter, Natasha Rothwell , Olivia Colman, and Hugh Grant.

This marks the third live-action adaptation of Dahl's novel, following the 1971 film "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" and the 2005 film "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Warner Bros. Pictures secured the rights in 2016, announcing an origin story that serves as a standalone narrative but complements the 1971 film. The UK-set film premiered in London on November 28, 2023, followed by a US release on December 15, 2023, grossing an impressive $466 million.

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Chalamet's performance earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor, and the film garnered positive reviews. Despite the success, information on the OTT release date and streaming platform for "Wonka" remains elusive, with continuous monitoring for updates.

Wonka Cast , Character & Budget
Sources estimate the film's budget at around $125 million USD, though official confirmation is pending. The diverse cast includes Colin O'Brien, Calah Lane, Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, Natasha Rothwell, Olivia Colman, and Hugh Grant, among others.

Wonka Box Office Collection
As of January 7, 2024, "Wonka" has grossed $164.7 million in the US and Canada and $301.2 million in other territories, accumulating a global total of $465.9 million. Notably, it secured the top spot at the box office during its opening weekend, marking the first live-action musical to achieve this post-COVID pandemic. The film's success continued, reclaiming the box office throne in its third weekend with a $24 million gross and a 33% increase from the previous weekend. Additionally, a week before its domestic release, "Wonka" earned $43.2 million from 37 countries.

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