Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory (1971)

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Written by Roald Dahl, David Seltzer

Directed by Mel Stuart

Production Year: 1971

Rating: U Certificate

Production Country: USA

Filmed in Colour

Adapted from Roald Dahl's famous children's tale, this feel-good family favourite tells the story of reclusive chocolate factory owner Willy (Gene Wilder). He announces that five lucky people will be given a tour of his mouth-watering business and shown all the secrets of his delicious confectionery, with one winning a lifetime supply of Wonka chocolate. Charlie Bucket is desperate to win.

Some admirers hail this as the most enchanting children's movie ever made, and Gene Wilder - best known for his hilarious performances in Blazing Saddles and The Producers - certainly gives his all in the role of Willy Wonka. How well does it compare with the 2005 version, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, starring Johnny Depp and directed by Tim Burton? The critics were divided.

Cast

Gene WilderWilly Wonka
Jack AlbertsonGrandpa Joe
Peter OstrumCharlie Bucket
Roy KinnearMr. Henry Salt
Julie Dawn ColeVeruca Salt
Leonard StoneMr. Sam Beauregarde
Denise NickersonViolet Beauregarde
Nora DenneyMrs. Teevee
Paris ThemmenMike Teevee
Ursula ReitMrs. Gloop
Michael BollnerAugustus Gloop
Diana SowleMrs. Bucket
Aubrey WoodsBill candy store owner
David BattleyMr. Turkentine
Günter MeisnerMr. Slugworth
Peter CapellThe Tinker
Werner HeykingMr. Jopeck newspaper stand owner
Peter StuartWinkelmann

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