Fans of Timothée Chalamet have a sweet reason to celebrate — his 2023 hit film Wonka is heading to Netflix this November. The fantasy musical, directed by Paul King, serves as a delightful prequel to the beloved 1971 classic Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory and explores the early days of one of cinema’s most imaginative characters.
‘Wonka’ Coming to Netflix Soon
According to What’s on Netflix, Wonka will be available to stream on November 1, 2025. The movie takes viewers on a whimsical journey into the life of a young Willy Wonka, long before he opened his famous chocolate factory.
The story follows Wonka, played by Chalamet, as a dream-filled chocolatier determined to share his magical creations with the world. Facing deception and challenges from the city’s powerful confectionery elite, Wonka teams up with Noodle — a spirited young girl — and a band of outsiders to chase his dream and change the industry forever.
Star-Studded Cast and Critical Praise
The film features a strong ensemble cast including Calah Lane as Noodle, Paterson Joseph as Arthur Slugworth, Matt Lucas as Gerald Prodnose, and Mathew Baynton as Felix Fickelgruber.
Wonka received glowing reviews from both critics and audiences, holding an impressive 82% rating on Rotten Tomatoes from over 300 reviews. Film critic Matt Zoller Seitz of RogerEbert.com described it as “a breezy two-hour musical comedy” that charms and uplifts while staying true to Roald Dahl’s spirit. He also praised Chalamet’s performance, calling it “elegantly understated” and full of heart.
A Sweet Success at the Box Office
Released in theaters on December 15, 2023, Wonka proved to be a global hit, earning $634.5 million worldwide — with $218.4 million coming from North America alone (via Box Office Mojo). Its success reaffirmed Chalamet’s growing status as one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars.
With its arrival on Netflix, a whole new audience will get to experience the charm, imagination, and music of Wonka — a film that celebrates creativity, kindness, and the power of dreams.