Press Release WHV Press Release: Wonka (2023) (4k UHD) (Blu-ray) (1 Viewer)

[Ronald Epstein]

“Whimsical fun.”

ABC News / Peter Travers



WONKA



The Magical Adventure of a Young Chocolate Maker

Debuts For Premium Digital Ownership And Rental on January 30



4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD arrive on February 27​

Burbank, CA, January 23, 2024 – Experience the magical origin of the world’s most famous chocolatier when “Wonka” debuts for purchase and rental Digitally at home on January 30.

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 UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on February 27.

• On January 30, “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 27, “Wonka” will be available to own on 4K UHD, 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”) & 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.

DIGITAL, 4K, BLU-RAY & DVD ELEMENTS

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“Wonka” Premium Digital Ownership, 4K UHD 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 character’s wonderful costumes.

Wonka’s Chocolatier

• Chocolatier Gabriella Cugno provides an in-depth look at the creatin 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!

BASICS



Premium Digital Ownership: January 30, 2024

4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD Street Date: February 27, 2024



4K Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish

4K Subtitles: English SDH, Canadian French, Parisian French, Latin Spanish

BD Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish

BD Subtitles: English SDH, Canadian French, Parisian French, Latin Spanish

DVD Languages: English, Canadian French, Latin Spanish

DVD Subtitles: English SDH, Canadian French, Parisian French, Latin Spanish



Running Time: 116 minutes

Rating: PG for some violence, mild language and thematic elements

DVD: DLBY/DGTL

Blu-ray: ATMOS TrueHD

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PRODUCT ERP

4K UHD + Digital $29.99

Blu-ray + Digital $24.99

DVD $19.99

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[titch]

Surprisingly delightful. I went in with low expectations. I'm not keen on prequels (or "origin stories") and don't particularly like the first two Willy Wonka films. And I haven't seen one film with Timothée Chalamet, which I've liked. But I found this utterly magical. Couldn't remember any of the songs afterwards, but they were fun during the film. And in Wonka we've got to the point where CGI is transporting and not annoying any more.

 

[Ronald Epstein]

Updated with official press release from Warner Bros.