Brand new Wonka trailer AND posters give closer look at all-star cast
We even get a peak at Hugh Grant's rendition of the 'Oompa Loompa' song...
Last updated 13th Oct 2023
It's one of the most-anticipated movies of the year, and with the release date in sight, Wonka bosses have amped up the excitement by releasing the second trailer for the upcoming film. That's right, teasing what we can expect from the all-star cast - including the likes of Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant, Olivia Colman, Rowan Atkinson and Jim Carter - we now have a closer look at their whimsical characters.
After production first got underway back in 2021, fans have been keen for any sneak peeks they can get. Thankfully, Warner Brothers have also released the movie posters, showing off the all-star cast as their Wonka characters. Not only that, but the new trailer even gives fans a snippet of Hugh Grant's rendition of the famous 'Oompa Loompa' song...
Is there a new trailer for Wonka?
There certainly is! Released on 12th October 2023, Warner Bros. Pictures released the second official trailer for the upcoming Wonka film. Offering a closer look at the cast in action, the magical world of Willy Wonka is brought to life as we watch the young chocolatier deal with his rivals.
Not only that, but the final 30 seconds of the trailer offer fans a further tease of what we've all been waiting for - Hugh Grant's Oompa Loompa in action! Yep, those who stick around until the end get a glimpse of the actor performing his rendition of the iconic 'Oompa Loompa' song.
Watch the second trailer for Wonka below:
The same day the second trailer for the film dropped, bosses took to Instagram to share the official movie posters - revealing some brand new characters and their names.
As well as showing known characters such as Wonka and the Oompa Loompa, we are introduced to characters such as Noodle (played by Calah Lane), Piper Benz (played by Natasha Rothwell) and Lottie Bell (played by Sex Education's Rakhee Thakra).
More characters were revealed in a second post, making a total of 14 Wonka movie posters - which also introduced Olivia Coleman as Mrs. Scrubitt and Rowan Atkinson as Father Julius.
The first Wonka trailer
Dropping on Tuesday 11th July, the first two and a half minute trailer showed how Willy Wonka came up with the idea for his infamous chocolate bar. In the trailer, viewers get to see Willy arrive in the country by boat and before selling his chocolate. Fans also got their first chance to see Hugh Grant as an Ooompa Loompa.
Watch the first trailer for Wonka below:
Check out all the Wonka cast below:
Timothée Chalamet
Timothée Chalamet will be taking on the lead role of Mr Willy Wonka himself, with the actor teasing fans with his what his character will look like back in October. Hint, it includes a purple velvet coat, a top hat and a cane...
Olivia Colman
Back in September it was announced that Olivia Colman would be joining the cast, although her role in the film was not confirmed at the time. We can now confirm, however, that her character is called Mrs. Scrubitt.
Hugh Grant
It was revealed in April 2023 that Hugh was set to appear in the film as an Oompa Loompa! The Wonka trailer showed Hugh's character trapped in a tiny glass jar, with Wonka later hiring him to run his factory. The second trailer for the film then showed off Hugh's singing skills, as we hear a snippet of him singing the iconic 'Oompa Loompa' song.
Rowan Atkinson
Announced alongside Olivia was also none other than Mr Bean and Johnny English legend Rowan Atkinson. Similar to Olivia, Rowan's role in the film was not confirmed at the time of his casting announcement, however we now know that he will be playing the role of Father Julius.
Jim Carter
As if things couldn't get any better, Downton Abbey's Jim Carter will also be appearing in the film. He will be playing the role of Abacus Crunch.
Rakhee Thakrar
Sex Education's Rakhee Thakrar is also featuring in the upcoming film. After the actress confirmed that she will not be featured in Sex Education season four, for reasons she 'can't really talk about', fans were convinced she was working on the Wonka film! And to our joy, she was - with the movie posters revealing she's playing the role of Lottie Bell.
Matt Lucas
Little Britain star and Bake Off host Matt Lucas will also be appearing in the upcoming Wonka movie. The TV star was spotted on set donning a long brown jacket, a bowler hat, round glasses and a moustache - with his role later confirmed in the movie posters as Prodnose.
Paterson Joseph
BBC's Vigil star Paterson Joseph also joins the stellar line-up. Paterson was spotted alongside Matt Lucas as the pair filmed a scene for the upcoming film, also dressed in a trench coat and bowler hat. His character in the film is called Slugworth.
Tom Davis
Tom Davis also joins the line-up, with the actor/comedian being spotted filming scenes alongside Timothée (AKA Mr Wonka) himself! He will be playing the role of Bleacher.
Keegan-Michael Key
Known for his work in Comedy Central's Key & Peele and in USA Network's Playing House, Keegan-Michael Key is an award-winning actor who is also set to appear in the upcoming Wonka film. Keegan-Michael will be playing the Chief of Police in the film, and we get a closer look at him in action in the second trailer.
Mathew Baynton
English actor, writer, comedian and musician Mathew Baynton will also be appearing in the film, playing the role of Fickelgruber. Known for his appearance in shows such as Horrible Histories, Yonderland and Ghosts, we cannot wait to see him in the upcoming Wonka movie!
Simon Farnaby
Actor, comedian and Horrible Histories legend Simon Farnaby co-wrote the screenplay, and is also thought to be making an appearance in the film.
Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
Adding to the incredible cast list is award-winning actor Kobna Holdbrook-Smith MBE. Known for his impressive work in film, television and theatre, we can't wait to see Kobna in action!
Wonka is due to be released on 15th December and is a prequel to the original 1971 film adaptation Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, which was created from Roald Dahl's 1964 novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
The 2023 movie is set to detail the years before Wonka opened his world-renowned chocolate factory, exploring a young Mr Wonka's journey to becoming an illustrious candymaker.
Although Wonka was first spoken about way back in 2016, production on the movie didn't begin until 2021, with 27-year-old Timothée spotted at various filming locations across the UK.
Wonka is due out in cinemas on 15th December 2023.
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