Dave Moore

Did You Know Willy Wonka Has A Strong Irish Connection?

He's one of the most famous Chocolatiers in a world of pure imagination, but did you know he has a strong Irish connection? Directed by Paul King, who brought us both Paddington films, 'Wonka' is the origin story of the inventor of the Everlasting Gobstopper a with a cast including Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant, Olivia Colman and Rowan Atkinson. It's set to become a firm family favourite. But, did you know that the man in the velvet jacket has a very strong Irish connection? Dave caught up with director Paul King and 'Chief of Police' Keegan Michael Key.

Today FM

9:35 AM - 7 Dec 2023

Dave Moore

Did You Know Willy Wonka Has A Strong Irish Connection?

Today FM

9:35 AM - 7 Dec 2023

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He's one of the most famous Chocolatiers in a world of pure imagination, but did you know he has a strong Irish connection?

Directed by Paul King, who brought us both Paddington films, 'Wonka' is the origin story of the inventor of the Everlasting Gobstopper a with a cast including Timothée Chalamet, Hugh Grant, Olivia Colman and Rowan Atkinson. It's set to become a firm family favourite.

But, did you know that the man in the velvet jacket has a very strong Irish connection?

Dave caught up with director Paul King and 'Chief of Police' Keegan Michael Key.