Not as good as the original but still good nonetheless. Johnny Depp is really the only reason this movie was good. I think any other actor that would have played that character would have made the movie suck.
Top Cast
Johnny Depp
Willy Wonka
Freddie Highmore
Charlie Bucket
David Kelly
Grandpa Joe
Helena Bonham Carter
Mrs. Bucket
Noah Taylor
Mr. Bucket
Missi Pyle
Mrs. Beauregarde
James Fox
Mr. Salt
Deep Roy
Oompa Loompa
Christopher Lee
Dr. Wonka
Adam Godley
Mr. Teavee
Franziska Troegner
Mrs. Gloop
AnnaSophia Robb
Violet Beauregarde
Julia Winter
Veruca Salt
Jordan Fry
Mike Teavee
Philip Wiegratz
Augustus Gloop
Blair Dunlop
Little Willy Wonka
Reviews
Gene Wilder's interpretation of "Willy Wonka" was always going to be tough to top, and though he does try to inject some individuality to the role, Johnny Depp doesn't really compare so well. Freddie Highmore does deliver quite well though as the eponymous "Charlie" who finds the elusive golden ticket and travels with his mischievous "Grandpa Joe" (David Kelly) to the factory where all of the delicious sweets are…
FAQ about Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
What is Charlie and the Chocolate Factory about?
A young boy wins a tour through the most magnificent chocolate factory in the world, led by the world's most unusual candy maker.
When was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory released?
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was released in 2005.
What genres does Charlie and the Chocolate Factory belong to?
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is categorised as Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy.
Who stars in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?
The cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory includes Johnny Depp, Freddie Highmore, David Kelly, Helena Bonham Carter, Noah Taylor.