Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is streaming in Australia on Stan, HBO Max.
What the audience says
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is one of the better-rated English films out there. It holds a 7.5/10 on TMDB from 4,105 ratings, well above what most films manage.
Should you spend 100 minutes on it?
100 minutes of English family with fantasy threaded through, fine for the whole family. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
- Why
- It rates 7.5/10 on 4,105 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you want something with an adult edge
- Best for
- A weekend afternoon with the family
Story
When eccentric candy man Willy Wonka promises a lifetime supply of sweets and a tour of his chocolate factory to five lucky kids, penniless Charlie Bucket seeks the golden ticket that will make him a winner.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 40m — short |
| Watch with family? | G · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Family / Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Mel Stuart
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 6 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All Stan titles in Australia
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