Key Takeaways
– The sequel to the hit movie “Wonka” is currently in progress, with a tentative release date set for 2027.
– The director, Paul King, confirmed the sequel’s development, revealing that the scriptwriting is underway.
– The original movie, “Wonka,” grossed over $632M worldwide and starred Timothee Chalamet as the eccentric candyman.
Unraveling the Mystery of the “Untitled WB Family Sequel”
Remember the last summer when we talked about “Wonka 2” hitting the screens sometime in 2027? Well, it seems like our hunch was correct! Only a few days afterwards, Warner Bros. put up a new date in their calendar for an “UNTITLED WB FAMILY SEQUEL.” The date? December 17, 2027. Now, how’s that for a coincidence! It wouldn’t be wrong to guess that this “untitled family sequel” might be the much-anticipated sequel to “Wonka.” How excited are we!
Development of the “Wonka” Sequel in Full Swing
Hang on to your hats, folks, because it’s official! “Wonka” director Paul King gave us the insider scoop that the sequel is indeed cooking. He dropped the intel that about half the script is already written. From the sound of just last year, you could tell that the idea of a sequel was in the air. King spilled to ComicBook about how a sequel was “definitely something [they’re] thinking about.” Well, it seems like that thought has taken shape!
“Wonka” Raking in Big Bucks at the Box Office
For those not up to speed, “Wonka,” which hit screens in December, was nothing short of a blockbuster for Warner Bros. It made a whopping $632M at the global box office. Whoa, right? With such an overwhelming response, it was obvious that a sequel would soon be in the works. Well, here we are, barely a year later, spilling the tea about the sequel!
All Star cast Set to Dazzle in “Wonka 2”
The original “Wonka” movie, which is a prequel to Roald Dahl’s 1964 novel “Charlie and The Chocolate Factory,” certainly didn’t skimp on star power. Timothee Chalamet won hearts with his portrayal of the quirky candyman. Alongside him, we had stars like Keegan Michael-Key, Olivia Colman, Sally Hawkins, Rowan Atkinson, and even Hugh Grant as an Oompa-Loompa. Talk about a stellar ensemble! While official announcements are yet to be made regarding the cast of the sequel, we can hardly wait to see who’ll be back!
Wrapping it Up
So there you have it, fellow movie buffs! The enticing world of “Wonka” is set to return to our screens in 2027. With the sequel’s development already in full swing, the excitement keeps mounting! We’re stoked to see what candy-coated adventures await us in “Wonka 2.” Stay tuned for more updates and let the countdown to 2027 begin! Buckle up for a sugary sweet ride!
