Warner Bros issues update on Wonka sequel after ‘delay’ suggestions
- Warner Bros. has confirmed that a sequel to the successful film Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet, is currently in development.
- Co-writer Simon Farnaby initially suggested that Wonka 2 was ‘delayed indefinitely’ due to Chalamet’s demanding schedule.
- Warner Bros. quickly refuted these claims, stating that reports of a delay were ‘entirely false’ and the creative team is actively working on the next chapter.
- Farnaby later clarified his remarks, confirming that a sequel is planned and Chalamet is keen to participate, but scheduling and script development require time.
- The first Wonka film, a prequel to Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, was a major box office success, earning over $634 million worldwide.
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