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The original. The OG. The Gene Wilder masterpiece. And sadly, the end of our three-part Wonka deep dive! Come with Pappy, Josh, Stevie and Film Dylan and you'll see be in a world of pure imagination. ************** A sweet boy from a poor family dreams of finding one of five golden tickets hidden inside chocolate bar wrappers which will admit him to the eccentric and reclusive Willy Wonka's magical factory. One after another, tickets are discovered by ghastly children - but will the lad find the last remaining one and have all his dreams come true? Release date June 30, 1971 (USA) Director Mel Stuart Story by Roald Dahl Adapted from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Budget 3 million USD