Originally released in 1971, this remake of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory stars Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka, the rich and famous candy maker. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory also features Freddie Highmore as Charlie Buckett, David Kelly as Grandpa Joe, Julia Winter as Veruca Salt, and Helena Bonham Carter as Mrs. Buckett. The story centers around a poor young boy, Charlie, who wins a trip to the chocolate factory that is owned by Willy Wonka. He is accompanied by four other winners, who are spoiled children, who are not nearly as nice as him. Within the chocolate factory, Charlie finds wonders and things that defy belief and stretch the imagination.
