Willy Wonka will live on for a new generation of film-goers.
Warner Bros. is gearing up to release “Wonka,” an origin story focusing on the storied chocolate factory owner.
The studio has already announced a release date for March 17, 2023.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, “Paddington” filmmaker Paul King will direct the project, with “Harry Potter” producer David Heyman on board.
Simon Rich wrote the original draft, with Simon Farnaby and King penning the current script.
The new story will reportedly focus on “a young Willy Wonka and his adventures prior to opening the world’s most famous chocolate factory.”