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The cast of 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory' gather for a photo while shooting the movie, more than 50 years ago.
Author: Kim Holcomb, KING 5 Evening (KING 5)
Published: 6:00 PM PDT June 30, 2021
Updated: 6:05 PM PDT June 30, 2021
SEATTLE — Beloved children’s movie
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory turns 50 today.
The film, starring Gene Wilder, wasn’t a box office hit when it opened on June 30, 1971. But it became a cult classic and entertained millions of people in the years since.
Four of the young stars – now in their 60’s – reunited to celebrate the milestone.