Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Name: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Director: Tim Burton
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Released: 2005-01-01
Duration: 115 min
Rating: 7.0
Cast: Johnny Depp, Freddie Highmore, David Kelly, Helena Bonham Carter, Noah Taylor

2005Dir. Tim Burton1h 55m

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Runtime1h 55m

Released2005

Budget$150M

Box office$475M

DirectorTim Burton

About This Movie

Tim Burton's 2005 take on Roald Dahl's classic is visually quite a ride. The atmosphere feels like a fever dream with Burton's signature quirky style—think vibrant colors and oddball characters. Johnny Depp's Willy Wonka is a real departure from Gene Wilder's; it's a more eccentric, almost unsettling performance that divides fans. The pacing can be a bit uneven, but it fits the whimsical chaos of the factory itself. The practical effects, alongside CGI, create that surreal world where everything feels just slightly off-kilter. It’s got layers of commentary on childhood and consumerism too, which is interesting for a family film. Overall, it sits in a unique place in Burton's filmography, definitely worth a look for collectors.

Released in July 2005, a summer blockbuster.Shot in 2.35:1 aspect ratio for that wide cinematic feel.Features a mix of practical effects and CGI for the factory.Johnny Depp's performance is notably different from Wilder's.