Taika Waititi Is Willy Wonka in a Very Unexpected New Animated Film Taika Waititi is taking on a new role: that of Willy Wonka.
The director, known for his work on Thor: Ragnarok and Jojo Rabbit, will be bringing the beloved character to life in a forthcoming animated film, Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory.
The new adaptation promises to explore the darker side of Wonka's character, a twist that adds complexity to the story.