Burbank, CA – January 25, 2024 – Experience the magical origin of the world’s most famous chocolatier when “Wonka” debuts for purchase and rental Digitally at home on January 30th.
Based on the extraordinary, iconic character at the center of Roald Dahl’s ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,’ one of the best-selling children’s books of all time, “Wonka” tells the wondrous story of how a young chocolate maker, armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams, manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.
The film will also be available to purchase on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™, and DVD on February 27th.
On January 30th, “Wonka” will be available for early Premium Digital Ownership at home for $24.99 and for 48-hour rental via PVOD for $19.99 SRP on participating digital platforms where you purchase or rent movies, including Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Vudu, and more.
On February 27th, “Wonka” will be available to own on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™, and DVD from online and physical retailers. “Wonka” will also continue to be available to own in high definition and standard definition from participating digital retailers.
Starring Timothée Chalamet in the title role, this irresistibly vivid and inventive big-screen spectacle will introduce audiences to a young Willy Wonka as he becomes the world’s greatest inventor, magician, and chocolate maker.
From Paul King, writer/director of the “Paddington” films, David Heyman, producer of Harry Potter, “Gravity,” “Barbie,” and “Paddington,” and producers Alexandra Derbyshire (the Paddington films, “Jurassic World: Dominion”) and Luke Kelly (“Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical”), comes an intoxicating mix of magic and music, mayhem and emotion, all told with fabulous heart and humor.
Starring alongside Chalamet are Calah Lane, Emmy and Peabody Award winner Keegan-Michael Key, Paterson Joseph, Matt Lucas, Mathew Baynton, Oscar nominee Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, Jim Carter, with Oscar winner Olivia Colman, and Hugh Grant.
Simon Farnaby (“Paddington 2”) and Paul King wrote the screenplay, based on a story by King and characters created by Roald Dahl. Michael Siegel, Cate Adams, Rosie Alison, and Tim Wellspring are executive producers.
SYNOPSIS
Armed with nothing but a hatful of dreams, young chocolatier Willy Wonka manages to change the world, one delectable bite at a time.
“Wonka” Premium Digital Ownership, 4K Ultra HD™ and Blu-ray™ contain the following special features:
- Unwrapping Wonka: Paul King’s Vision
♦ Revered director Paul King takes you on a deep dive into his experience adapting the beloved story of Wonka - The Whimsical Music of Wonka
♦ Composer Joby Talbot and songwriter Neil Hannon take you into the studio to illuminate the craft behind the wondrous songs of the film - Welcome to Wonka Land
♦ Production designer Nathan Crowley and the rest of the “Wonka” crew discuss creating the magical sets that transport audiences to the worlds of the film - Hats Off to Wonka
♦ Costume designer Lindy Hemming breaks down the inspiration and intention behind each of the characters’ wonderful costumes - Wonka’s Chocolatier
♦ Chocolatier Gabriella Cugno provides an in-depth look at the creation of the beautiful chocolates seen in “Wonka”
Consumer Products
Wrap yourself in the delectable world of Wonka with a collection of products from the WB Shop. This exciting range is now available online and captures the magical and whimsical essence of the film with new and exclusive designs featured on apparel, home goods, and more!
Available on Digital January 30th, and on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™ and DVD on February 27th
