Warner Bros.’s popular movie ‘Wonka’ could come out on streaming platforms earlier than planned.
Timothee Chalamet stars as young Willy Wonka in this musical, which opened in cinemas before the holidays.
Fans liked it. One month after its cinema release, Warner Bros. UK announced when ‘Wonka’ will be available for home viewing.
Streaming Release Date
Warner Bros. UK declared on its official X (previously Twitter) account that the movie will be available online from January 22.
The post said, “Experience the magic of #WonkaMovie in your home this Monday! Purchase or rent the Home Premiere on January 22.”
Wonka in theaters
Wonka premiered on December 8 in the UK and December 15 in the US. There was a 45-day period between its theater debut and its release at home.
This period was a bit shorter than Barbie’s 53 days in theaters only.
Although it was anticipated that the musical would avoid online streaming for a bit more time, its exclusive theater period wasn’t as brief as some other Warner Bros. movies from 2023.
Release dates for recent Warner Bros. movies:
Shazam! Fury of the Gods
- In theaters: March 17, 2023
- On digital: April 7, 2023 (21 days later)
- On streaming: May 23, 2023 (67 days later)
Evil Dead Rise
- In theaters: April 21, 2023
- On digital: May 9, 2023 (18 days later)
- On streaming: June 23, 2023 (63 days later)
The Flash
- In theaters: June 16, 2023
- On digital: July 18, 2023 (33 days later)
- On streaming: August 25, 2023 (70 days later)
Barbie
- In theaters: July 21, 2023
- On digital: September 12, 2023 (53 days later)
- On streaming: December 15, 2023 (147 days later)
Blue Beetle
- In theaters: August 18, 2023
- On digital: September 26, 2023 (39 days later)
- On streaming: November 17, 2023 (91 days later)
Premiere on Prime: ‘Wonka’ Streaming Details
Warner Bros.’s anticipated musical, ‘Wonka’, featuring Timothee Chalamet as a young Willy Wonka, will start streaming earlier than initially expected.
After a successful theatrical release over the holiday season, the film’s home viewing availability was quickly confirmed.
From January 22, fans can enjoy the charm and whimsy of ‘Wonka’ from the comfort of their homes, as announced by Warner Bros. UK on their official X account.
Theatrical Journey of ‘Wonka’
‘Wonka’ made its theatrical debut in the UK on December 8 and later in the US on December 15. Unlike the longer theatrical runs of some other Warner Bros. titles, ‘Wonka’ was made available for digital purchase and rental just 45 days after its cinema release.
This swift transition from big screen to streaming platforms underlines the changing dynamics of movie releases, aimed at capturing both box office and digital audiences efficiently.
Future Streaming Plans for ‘Wonka’
As ‘Wonka’ secures its place in viewers’ homes through platforms like Amazon Prime Video, speculation about its arrival on Warner Bros.’ streaming service, Max, continues.
With the studio’s strategy of releasing films like ‘Aquaman 2’ and ‘The Boys in the Boat’ for a limited time in theaters, it is anticipated that ‘Wonka’ will follow a similar path.
This ensures that fans have multiple options to enjoy this enchanting musical, whether in theaters, through digital purchases, or eventually on streaming services.
‘Wonka’ will be on Max
Warner Bros. is showing other movies in theaters too. These include ‘Aquaman 2’, ‘One Life’, ‘The Boys in the Boat’, and ‘The Color Purple’.
‘Wonka’ was the big movie for December 2023. So, it makes sense for the studio to let people rent or buy it to watch at home.
People might wonder when ‘Wonka’ will stream on Max.
Where you can watch it
You can buy ‘Wonka’, directed by Paul King, on online stores like Amazon Prime Video, Sky Store, and Apple TV.
