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HISTORICAL FACTS: Willy wonka - The Untold Story

I spent a week on Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship

Cruise Editor Marc Shoffman explored the megaship’s rides, pools and theatre shows ahead of its launch this summer

The Independent UK

Netflix just added a bunch of feel-good movies — here are the 5 I’m adding to my watchlist

A new month means Netflix added a bunch of movies, and so here are five feel-good films I’m adding to my watchlist.

Tom’s Guide

'Wait a minute. Strike that. Reverse it:' Netflix is using an AI-generated Gene Wilder voice for 'Wonka' reality show

Netflix's Wonka reality show will feature an AI recreation of Gene Wilder's voice, built by ElevenLabs with estate approval. Not everyone is on board.

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Netflix faces backlash over AI-generated Gene Wilder voice for new Willy Wonka series

The voice of deceased actor Gene Wilder has been recreated using AI for a new Willy Wonka-themed competition show on Netflix... Fans are not happy that the eccentric chocolatier’s voice has been recreated.

Euronews

I'm an AI fan, but Netflix's use of an AI-generated Gene Wilder voice for its Willy Wonka reality show broke me — and we've officially gone too far

Netflix's latest reality show confection is based on Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, but it's the AI recreation of Gene Wilder's voice that has us sour.

TechRadar

Trump's Great American State Fair Is Finally Open. Why Is It Being Compared to the 'Willy Wonka Experience'?

The Great American State Fair opens on Washington's National Mall as part of the USA's 250th birthday celebrations, sparking both excitement and controversy over its execution and political undertones.

International Business Times UK

Dwayne Johnson Shares Touching Family Video About How He Created A Life ‘Better Than Ours’ For His Kids

Getting to live his Willy Wonka dreams

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Soulless summer fairs and cute puppies: AI poster slop is taking over a pub near you

IN FOCUS: A vapid style of graphic is infiltrating social media groups and being used to advertise local events across the country – though no one seems to actually like it. Katie Rosseinsky takes a closer look at why those using prompt-painting will end up regretting it

The Independent UK

Ferrero Group unveils new Wonka family of products alongside exclusive global partnership with Netflix

LUXEMBOURG, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ferrero Group today reveals plans to bring a new Wonka range to market, alongside a new collaboration with Netflix.

AAP

I Didn’t See Timothée Chalamet’s Answer Coming When Asked About The ‘Riskiest’ Movie He’s Ever Made

On second thought, it makes sense.

Cinemablend

I hate reboots, but the KPop Demon Hunters studio take on Charlie & the Chocolate Factory? That's exciting…

Even the most jaded creative should be paying attention.

Creative Bloq

Netflix reveals first image and 2027 release window for Charlie Vs. the Chocolate Factory — and it'll put a deliciously sour twist on Roald Dahl's classic tale

Charlie Vs. the Chocolate Factory will taste sweet to some fans, but sour to others.

TechRadar

Netflix confirms cast for new Charlie and the Chocolate Factory film

The new film will explore the aftermath of the golden ticket contest, with Wonka having served time in prison

The Independent UK

Taika Waititi and Kit Connor to star in Charlie And The Chocolate Factory film

The animated Netflix film will explore the aftermath of the golden ticket contest.

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KPop Demon Hunters and Spider-Verse animation studio making a modern-day Charlie and the Chocolate Factory movie, with Taika Waititi as Willy Wonka

Netflix's Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory gets a vibrant first look

Evening Standard

Florida Barbie event slammed as fans compare it to viral Willy Wonka fiasco

Fans who spent hundreds on Barbie Dream Fest say it was “nothing like advertised”

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“Fyre Festival: Barbie Edition”: Internet Roasts Heavily Priced Barbie Dream Fest As Backlash Explodes Online

“2026 version of Willy Wonka Experience just dropped.”

The Independent UK

Barbie Dream Fest in Florida labeled ‘the next Willy Wonka Experience’ after disastrous event leaves fans furious

Attendees were met with empty concrete floors and swag bags filled with $1 hand sanitizer

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Viola Davis Has Seen Timothèe Chalamet's Viral 'Pursuit Of Greatness' Speech. Why She Thinks It Works For Hollywood

The Oscar Winner provides a pretty great perspective.

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Private Chef Spills On Timothée Chalamet’s Bizarre Breakfast Demands

Timothée Chalamet faced online mockery after a co-star revealed his chef prepared three different breakfasts daily.

The Guardian - UK

‘You’re sweet – and I’m old!’: Billy Porter and Sam Morrison on teaming up for a comedy about love and death

The Emmy-winning singer and actor was so struck by the comedian’s autobiographical one-man show Sugar Daddy that he signed on as producer. The pair discuss ‘bears’, blood sugar and bridging the divides between generations of gay men

Cinemablend

Why Gene Wilder Was Dwayne Johnson's First 'Cinematic Crush'

Honestly, not a bad choice.

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"It’s Like Being on Holiday" — This London Retreat Is Designed for Guests, and Its Owner, to Relax Like They're on Vacation

Designed for both nesting and hosting, and inspired by boutique hotels, this versatile Victorian home has playful surprises at every turn

Tom’s Guide

Netflix is losing 47 movies at the end of November — stream these 5 before they're gone

Netflix has confirmed it will be removing almost 50 movies very soon, and these are the five best you need to stream before it's too late.

Euronews

Is ‘imagination activism’ the antidote to climate doom we’ve been looking for?

A new exhibition in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, asks, what if the most radical climate tool isn't technology, but the ability to dream?

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