Netflix lands 'seismic' cameo for Wonka's Golden Ticket Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory legend Peter Ostrum is back for Netflix's new game show. BANG Premier · Sep 23
Devs who spent 5 years making a BioShock-like horror shooter can't believe its Steam reviews: "I truly expected my game to flop" The creator of Twisted Tower "would have been okay with Mostly Positive" GamesRadar · Aug 20
From KPop Demon Hunters to Charlie Vs The Chocolate Factory, Netflix has finally reversed its big-screen strategy The 'cinema killer' is changing its tune. Creative Bloq · Aug 14
Warner Bros denies Wonka co-writer’s claims sequel has been ‘delayed indefinitely’ due to Timothée Chalamet 2023 film earned $634 million at the box office against a $125 million budget The Independent UK · Aug 7
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 · Jul 10
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 · Jul 6
'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. Tom’s Guide · Jul 1
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 · Jul 1
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 · Jun 30
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 · Jun 30
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 Cinemablend · Jun 8
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 · Jun 6
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 · May 19
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 · Apr 26
Creative Bloq · Apr 18 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.
TechRadar · Apr 16 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.
The Independent UK · Apr 16 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
Evening Standard · Apr 16 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.
Total Film · Apr 16 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 · Mar 31 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”
Bored Panda · Mar 31 “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 · Mar 30 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
Cinemablend · Mar 19 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.
Bored Panda · Mar 8 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 · Feb 27 ‘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