Movie · 1971
Is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl (1964).
The movie was released in 1971.
The book behind Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
by Roald Dahl · first published 1964 · children's fiction, humorous fiction, children's book
1964 children's novel by Roald Dahl.
Other adaptations of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
- Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (film, 2005)
- Wonka (film, 2023)
- Tom and Jerry: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (film, 2017)
- Wonka's the Golden Ticket (TV, 2026)
Common questions
Is Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory based on a book?
Yes. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl (1964).
Who wrote the book Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is based on?
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was written by Roald Dahl and first published in 1964.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Charlie and the Chocolate Factory before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Roald Dahl's books
- Fantastic Mr. Fox (film, 2009)
- The BFG (film, 2016)
- The Witches (film, 2020)
- Matilda (film, 1996)
- The Witches (film, 1990)
- The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (film, 2023)