Chalamet stars in a prequel that offers a whole lot of sugar and whimsy but not much substance.
Yes, thats right,Wonkais a capital M musical with original songs by Neil Hannon.
(May we launch a formal petition for all credit sequences to include a Grant musical number?)

Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka in ‘Wonka’.Warner Bros. Pictures
Chalamet carries the thrust of the film (and Wilders legacy) admirably on his slight shoulders.
Keegan-Michael Keydisappoints as the Chief of Police, though its largely not his fault.

Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka in ‘Wonka’.Jaap Buittendijk/Warner Bros.

Timothée Chalamet and Hugh Grant in ‘Wonka’.Jaap Buittendijk/Warner Bros.

Timothée Chalamet as Willy Wonka in ‘Wonka’.Warner Bros. Pictures