The Big Picture
- Wonka opens as the number one film worldwide, raking in $43.2 million in international box office revenue, including a strong $11.1 million in the United Kingdom.
- Director Paul King's decision to helm Wonka instead of the upcoming Paddington film seems to have paid off with an excellent opening weekend and positive word-of-mouth.
- Wonka is praised for its spirit, optimism, and the fantastic performance of Timothée Chalamet in the lead role.