Wonka Achieves Global Box Office Triumph, Surpasses $200 Million

Wonka, the latest movie musical directed by Paul King, has achieved a significant feat in the global box office arena. Starring Timothée Chalamet as the young Willy Wonka, the film serves as a prequel to the beloved 1971 Roald Dahl adaptation. Opening domestically with $39 million, Wonka’s box office success has soared beyond expectations, officially crossing the $200 million milestone worldwide.

Variety reports that during its second weekend in domestic theaters, Wonka secured an additional $18 million over the 3-day period and an estimated $26 million during the 4-day Christmas weekend. This accomplishment propels Wonka into an elite group, joining only 24 movies from 2023 that have grossed over $200 million. Notably, it surpasses the totals of numerous other major blockbusters from the year, including Napoleon, Trolls Band Together, and Scream VI.

As the holiday season contributes to strong week-on-week holds, Wonka is poised to climb higher in the worldwide chart for 2023. The film’s impressive performance hints at the possibility of surpassing The Marvels and Dungeons & Dragons, potentially reaching the $250 million mark by its third domestic weekend, securing its place among the top-grossing movies of the year.

Despite facing competition in its second weekend, with Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom taking the lead, Wonka outperformed other new releases. With upcoming challenges from Ferrari, The Color Purple, and The Boys in the Boat, Wonka’s resilience and audience appeal suggest a thriving future, even amidst fierce rivals.

Watch the trailer below.