Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (1971)

Don’t miss the third and final Cult Classic playing on the big screen at the Paramount this summer!

Synopsis: Join the expedition visiting legendary Candy Man Willy Wonka (Gene Wilder) in a splendiferous movie that wondrously brings to screen the endlessly appetizing delights of Roald Dahl’s classic book. Coated with flavorful tunes and production design that constantly dazzles the eye, this effervescent musical never fails to enchant the young and old. On a whirlwind tour of Willy’s incredible, edible realm of chocolate waterfalls, elfish Oompa-Loompas and industrial-sized confections, a boy named Charlie (Peter Ostrum) will discover the sweetest secret of all: a generous, loving heart. And You’ll rediscover the timeless magic of a delicious family classic.

Directors: Mel Stuart

Production year: 1971

Rating: G

Studio: Warner Bros.

Runtime: 98 minutes

Cast: Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, Peter Ostrum, Michael Bollner, Denise Nickerson