Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
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Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory is streaming in New Zealand on HBO Max Amazon Channel, 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 4,099 ratings, well above what most films manage.
Should you spend 100 minutes on it?
100 minutes of English family with fantasy threaded through. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
- Why
- It rates 7.5/10 on 4,099 ratings so far — a strong early showing.
- Skip if
- you want something with an adult edge
- Best for
- A weeknight
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 |
| Genre | Family / Fantasy |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Mel Stuart
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 5 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All HBO Max titles in New Zealand
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