'Paddington' Director Paul King In Final Negotiations to Direct 'Willy Wonka' | THR News

The Hollywood Reporter reveals that Paul King is in final talks to direct a new Willy Wonka film, a reimagining of Roald Dahl's classic. The project is part of Warner Brothers' creative revamp, aiming to launch a new franchise. The character Willy Wonka, originally from Dahl's book, has been portrayed by Gene Wilder and Johnny Depp in past adaptations. The new script by Simon Rich is kept secret. Warner Brothers is also working on other adaptations, including a new Cat in the Hat movie. Meanwhile, King's Paddington 2, released by Warner Brothers, has achieved significant success with a 100% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

Who is in final negotiations to direct the new Willy Wonka movie?

• David Heyman

• Johnny Depp

• Gene Wilder

• Paul King

Which actor played Willy Wonka in the 1971 film adaptation?

• Johnny Depp

• Gene Wilder

• Paul King

• David Heyman

Who wrote the new script for the Willy Wonka reimagining?

• Guillermo del Toro

• Robert Zemeckis

• Simon Rich

• David Heyman

Which other Roald Dahl adaptation is mentioned as having a script by Guillermo del Toro?

• The Witches

• James and the Giant Peach

• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

• Matilda

What is the Rotten Tomatoes rating of 'Paddington 2'?

• 90%

• 85%

• 100%

• 95%