Willy Wonka Screening at Folkestone Harbour Arm
A classic family film is coming to Folkestone Harbour Arm, offering a chance to experience the beloved story of Willy Wonka on the big screen. With its unique blend of music, fantasy, and comedy, this film has become a staple of children's entertainment.
Dir: Mel Stuart
Cast: Peter Ostrum, Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, Diana Sowle, Julie Dawn Cole, Roy Kinnear, Denise Nickerson, Leonard Stone
100 mins · 1971 · United States of America · Cert U · French, English, Italian, German
IMDb 7.8/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 84% · Metacritic 67/100 · TMDB 7.5/10 · Trakt 79%
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 4 nominations total
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory 2026
31 Dec 2026
Folkestone Harbour Arm
With a 7.8/10 rating on IMDb and 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory has proven to be a timeless classic, delighting audiences with its imaginative story and memorable characters. The film, directed by Mel Stuart, tells the story of Charlie Bucket, a poor child who wins a golden ticket to visit the mysterious and magical chocolate factory of Willy Wonka, played by Gene Wilder. The movie features a talented cast, including Jack Albertson and Peter Ostrum, and boasts a range of catchy musical numbers.
As a family-friendly comedy with a runtime of 100 minutes, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is suitable for all ages, with a U certificate and subtitles available. The film's reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising Gene Wilder's performance as the eccentric and charismatic Willy Wonka. On Thursday, 31 December 2026, Folkestone Harbour Arm in Folkestone will host a screening of this beloved film, providing a unique opportunity to experience it on the big screen. Tickets are with the button beside the article.
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What viewers say
SparklinDiamond · 7/10
A classic movie that everyone should watch at least once. This film is filled with pure imagination, I love how it's slightly dark but still full of whimsy!
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benoliver999 · 10/10
If the obits are anything to go by, Gene Wilder had a prolific career but he is first and foremost Willy Wonka. This is not without reason. There are few more memorable and enchanting performances than this one. He is warm, charismatic and intelligent while being slightly unhinged, possibly mad. Despite being based on a character in the Roald Dahl novel, it’s Wilder who really makes Wonka a name familiar to all, even 40+ years after the film was…
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AlfieSGD · 9/10
Gene Wilder is the clear MVP of "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory". He plays the title character with a great deal of nuance. Outwardly, Willy Wonka is a strange oddball, but Wilder also brings a certain sadness and menace to the role. The production is equally good. The entire world is vivid, and the decision to shoot the film in Munich results in a very distinct look. The musical numbers are also fantastic, with several songs proving to be…
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Whitsbrain · 9/10
Entertainingly odd and wildly weird is the way that I'd describe this movie. From Charlie's bed-ridden grandparents to the indescribable boat ride to the Oompa Loompas, it's a bizarre but fun film. Gene Wilder's Wonka disposes of the children who break the rules and only little Charlie Bucket proves worthy of Wonka's reward. Everything is bright and wonderful here for the most part, a land of candy that is still amazing to watch today. Wilder is…
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On Cinema At The Cinema · 10/10
Love Gene Wilder!!! So awesome in this movie!!
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jekyl6669 · 7/10
What is there to say about Willy Wonka at this point? It's a certified classic, so everyone pretty much has their mind made up on their feelings towards it. I've never actually been the biggest fan myself. I've grown to it through osmosis over the years, and genuinely enjoy parts of it, especially Wilder, who's awesome in it, but overall it's always just been kinda drab to me...
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johniixx · 7/10
Happy 50th Anniversary! Gene Wilder... you're the one and only Willy Wonka.
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Totoruano · 7/10
Back when I first saw it as a kid I liked it. but now a days if I have to choose between this one and the remake, I would take the remake.
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