Best Of Gene Wilder's Willy Wonka

[@EdithCardellini]

"What is this Wonka? Some kind of funhouse?" "Why, having fun?" 😂😂😂 Makes me laugh every time.

[@ISBuckley8]

That’s probably my favorite line in the movie. Partially because most of the comments that come out of his mouth are pure imagination (but mostly sarcasm and derision) but that line sounds like a genuine question without any malice to it

[@ketakigargate]

@@ISBuckley8 tutumdumdtuydnfdumfyndtzrj

[@Majorhavoktv]

Gene was an amazing actor and man!

[@melchardcaranto4675]

Same

[@TD.snowmoblies]

I love how he's so sarcastic!

[@aryastark772]

Apparently Gene Wilder improvised much of the movie. The intro of Wonka where he puts on a walk with a limp using the cane and then magically forward rolls implying he is fine was improvised. When asked the reason why Gene wanted to do that. He replied, because then it will add to the already established fact that we the viewers and characters never know when Wonka is being serious or not

[@Don_Master83]

He also wasn’t going to take the role if he couldn’t do the cane bit if I remember correctly.

[@salag13]

That explains why Mr. Salt awkwardly says “rowing” when he’s tripping in the boat.

[@PlueschUndWahnsinn]

@@salag13 I've read some time before, that this scene wasn't known to the actors except Wilder, who was told to chant this poem from the original book. The tunnel and all the tripping is a one shot and the reactions are genuine, from what I've read. And I don't know what would be more impressive: if this all really was a one shot or if they actually knew what happened and just acted. XD

[@Canyoutakemebackwhereicamefrom]

Genius. He was such a character. Apparently in his house he had doors that lead to nowhere and little quirky things like that.

[@yodservant]

Gene was coached in the walking and tumble stunt by Robert Shields of Shields and Yarnell mime fame, also coached Michael Jackson and his moon walk...

[@rstein926]

Fun fact: Gene Wilder’s acting during the tunnel scene was so convincing the others thought he literally gone mad explaining why their petrified faces is genuine.

[@Aidan-uy3bf]

Had to google as thought it was too awesome to be true, but it is true! What a man.

[@colinfffff]

I've always thought that the movie would have been improved significantly had that scene been cut.

[@Aidan-uy3bf]

@@colinfffff Each to their own. Personally I have a taste for madness and psychedelic imagery so for me it's my favourite scene.

[@asahi7407]

A skill often shared by Mark Hamill when recording voicelines for the Joker

[@angelinap4540]

@@colinfffff Why?

[@alosim1541]

I really love how when he first meets the kids he’s kind and sweet but once he realizes what horrible brats they are he turns the passive aggressive sarcasm up to 11 😂

[@mish375]

Wonka doesn't suffer fools.

[@maxfrankow1238]

Except Charlie.

[@Iokoala]

The passive aggressive sarcasm is pure joy! I can’t 😂

[@Algorox]

Stop. Don't. Come back.

[@angelastevenson8214]

😂

[@stormypinkness4030]

You could sensibly interchange every actor and actress in this but Gene Wilder and it'd be the same movie, he's magical

[@KJamess]

I don’t disagree but I love peter ostrum as Charlie

[@jackbluehq6653]

I think all the actors were chosen greatly, not a single one I'd change or have any kind of problem with

[@matthewitt9226]

Who's gene wlider?

[@MichelloParker]

“Help. Police. Murder.” Literally something I would say

[@anactualalpaca7016]

Literally me tho tbh

[@ANewEra05]

literally my energy 24/7

[@benarts2271]

Anti-social ✨energy✨

[@RustinChole]

Always loved that line delivery😂

[@AviationPalace]

“why, having fun?” What a lovely actor he was. A legend by himself!

[@shamsheed1726]

You will never see another Willy Wonka as great as Genes

[@MrSserpent]

That’s simple. Of course we won’t. There will never be second Gene for sure

[@joylynch5204]

Gene Wilder’s Mr.Wonka scares me more than Johnny Depp’s Mr.Wonka. Somehow Wilder’s take on the character seems more unhinged with rage

[@libRteedude]

I agree that Wilder's Wonka has a more sinister edge to him. You get the feeling that despite his joviality, there's a terrible fate in store for you if you displease him. Hell, when Mike signs the contract and brings up the movie where the husband kills his wife for the insurance money, Wonka says "Clever" like he appreciates the scheme. He's clearly a dude with some underlying rage and I would not want to be on his bad side.

[@galacticpondofficial]

Wise man once said You don't get to the top clean

[@collegeman1988]

There’s nothing to fear. The only fears you have are the ones you take with you.

[@dylusional419]

Neither have ever frightened me lol

[@KaeMcSpadden]

Yeah. Like the Gene Wilder version you do not know if you should trust him or not.

[@alabamajenny8751]

One of the ALL TIME BEST MOVIES MADE. I never tire of the 70’s cinematography. He was one heck of an actor/ entertainer. This movie will entertain any age children- adults, forever!

[@rickquade]

I hated this movie as a kid. It never failed to scare me.

[@melo4627]

This is a movie?

[@Deejay85627]

"What's that for?" "Gives it s little kick" I always loose it 😂😂😂

[@samhale06]

We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams

[@TheSundayShooter]

That's a gentler way of saying, "Young fool- only now, at the end, do you understand... you have paid the price for your lack of vision"

[@loveadumb]

aphex twin sampled that line

[@seangiglio]

Such an iconic performance. Rip Gene Wilder, he gave it his all in everything he was cast for.

[@SuperFamiKing]

I must have watched this movie at least 50 times as a kid. I had it recorded from TV on an old VHS Tape. Perspective is everything, Now seeing this as an adult, the entitlement and wicked attitudes of the parents in particular are astounding. There are several interesting undertones within this film. You can pick up on something new every time you see it.

[@plathplath]

Lightgun Addict, than you know the mellow tones of "Pure imagination". "...there is no life I know // to compare with pure imagination // living there, you'll be free If you truly wish to be..." This musical gift is for you. Enjoy. ❤kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2bMfH6Lm81qmas

[@robertwuster5102]

Yes this movie is definitely more enjoyable to watch as an adult.

[@sarahxxgrace]

this guy MADE the show. his humor, him in general.

[@charlesderosas5577]

4 outta the 5 children represent the 7 sins. Augustus: Gluttony Veruca: Greed Violet: Pride Mike: Sloth

[@V1nc3ntL33]

Charlie: Lust Grandpa Joe: Envy Willy Wonka: Wrath

[@jessielemon6967]

@@V1nc3ntL33how the fuck is charlie lust lmfao

[@aniqnxbil]

​@@V1nc3ntL33Why is charlie lust

[@Nixqtis]

​@@V1nc3ntL33Nah, charlie's pure. That's probably why he was chosen

[@PyrusCreed]

Movie Charlie definitely represents envy. The opening scene in the movie where he's looking at the other kids in the candy shop and right before his mothers song he's clearly envious of other people getting the ticket. Also, lust is not always sexual. You can lust for other things, hence terms like bloodlust.

[@infinite_vortex]

Watched this movie all the time as a kid in the 90's...now realizing it's the OG Hunger Games lol

[@jk-474]

Early to mid 2000s for me (I was born in 1999, still have the cardboard early DVD laying around somewhere)

[@morgancampbell2888]

How is it the OG hunger games?

[@AA-zs9yc]

@@morgancampbell2888 probably coz it has kids in it and they get eliminated one at a time. I agree, it's a dumb comparison to make. Like a child would make. Lol, idiot (the OP)

[@TheSundayShooter]

@@morgancampbell2888 Yeah, this isn't a battle royale

[@YorkshireNutte]

"What is this Wonka, some kind of fun house?!" "Why, having fun?" The sheer sarcasm is amazing!

[@jadazay2034]

He's so paranoid in the tunnel scene he starting to scream first I couldn't resist laughing 😂😂

[@underthetable2747]

you know i’m really starting to wonder just how much of my sense of humor was formed by this man

[@dorkyidiot661]

Real xD

[@ПетрЗаборский]

Help, please, murder... with such a CALM voice. Oh my. 😂 He knows what he's doing.

[@rachelcoffman2328]

R.I.P Gene Wilder ♥ I love this movie mainly cause I've seen it multiple times. Gene has made willy wonka as a colorful man with a bit of unexpected twist.

[@Treegrower]

I love this movie, Gene Wilder absolutely carried the film. His character was so perfectly acted.

[@LoganNWO]

Rest in peace Gene Wilder probably the best person to play Willy Wonka

[@King0fAllPixels]

"I'm sorry but all questions must be submitted in writing." I still use this

[@ParadiseSec]

“We are the music makers, we are the dreamers of dreams” SAY IT FREAKING LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK

[@azearaazymoto461]

Everyone tries to compare the different versions but they just aren't meant to be, they're completely different, and they send completely different messages. I don't see why you can't enjoy both.

[@tvl9193]

Exactly! Imagine the double you’d get it if you could just enjoy both of them! 😄 Doesn’t have to be either or 😁

[@Frank-zm1li]

Never

[@ryankramer8779]

Thank you. These are supposed to be two completely different Willy Wonkas with two completely different approaches to adapting the character. Depp will always be my Wonka, personally, as I grew up with him, and he simply just resonates with me more. (I also find it a bonus to know that he's more accurate to the book.) However, I still gotta give Wilder the credit he's due. His Wonka is still a good character in his own right divorced from other iterations, and Wilder's phenomenal acting did wonders to breathe life into this Willy Wonka

[@anonymous-iy5pd]

Theyre both well adapted from the original Wonka in the book and both bring life to character and succeeded at making an entertaining movie, they just took different creative paths, gene wilders wonka focus on the og Wonka's more manic and passionate traits and Johnny Depp's took on more of the og's social awkward and sassy tendencies amongst other things. They're both loyal to original material and portrayed a valid perspective of the story. Johnny's Wonka movie wasn't a remake of Gene Wilders, it was it's own adaptation of the book so it's redundant to even compare them in all honestly, the books title is Charlie and the chocolate factory but when making genes movie they changed it bc Willy Wonka is a more attention grabbing while promoting the movie, Johnny's movie chose the original book title because it wouldn't make sense not to since they wanted to be as clear as possible this wasn't a remake it was it's own adaptation. I really don't think someone who wanted to remake the gene wilder version would call up Tim Burton to direct. It could be argued Depp's version is more dedicated to the source material only because they had the means to portray things in the book that are more complex than they did in '71. So Genes movie had more tweaks to the plot and created a few full scenes that weren't canon to the book at all but were needed to keep the story moving and they did it fantastically.

[@Ari_Cloud]

The quality makes me forget this was filmed in 1971

[@clickycal]

It was shot so incredibly.

[@Ari_Cloud]

@@clickycal hell yea

[@brixtonkerkllentada6569]

Dont just stand there Wonka:help please murder

[@Joe-mt7km]

I love him he’s so sweet

[@lunaristhomsen6941]

One word comes to mind when I think of Willy Wonka, and the "we are the music makers" line all but confirms it for me. Fey

[@Charmand3r1108]

I really can’t describe my love for this man .

[@willhamilton2446]

“Why? Having fun?”

[@mrgost4780]

"OH NO MY CHOCOLATTE" "help someone"

[@gangsterskull3357]

Help, police, murder

[@hossainayon9588]

Cant belive this was released in 71 the humour is still funny 😂

[@DantheMan165]

1:17 I love how Augustus’s face is just kind of chillin when they are in that room 😂

[@kekero540]

You know, the more I watch this the more I think Willy Wonka was just fucking with people this entire movie

[@elijahxiong7991]

"We are the music makers and we are the dreamers of a dreams". No quote better than that back in the day.

[@darkvoid7265]

As a kid i never realize how batshit gene wilder is in this movie

[@youtubechannelidk]

real

[@jh9391]

He was genius!!

[@fantasticshorts5143]

My favorite movie, I remember being really sick watching this, and that tunnel scene fucked my head up so much, it was the worst fever dream.

[@kryptonianpowers]

I personally think that Wilder and Robin Williams would've gotten along swimmingly with each other before their deaths.

[@bambinopoor8817]

I like Johnny Depp but Gene Wilder is the GOAT

[@Nothinghfjrhdhehdhdhehe]

Gene Wilder sucks. Johnny Depp is the GOAT

[@bambinopoor8817]

@@Nothinghfjrhdhehdhdhehe I am telling you mine opinion!!!

[@EmmaRiddle543]

02:28 I want that whole thing tattooed, I already say it randomly just to scare people who haven’t watched it. 🤣🤣

[@ellecullen3986]

Same

[@MexiLicious47]

Did you do it? Lmao

[@archipelago93]

The best part is how the other guy is like “yeah! I’m on board and here to say it with you!” But then as Wilder keeps going, he starts to literally frighten the guy to the point where he doesn’t know what to do 🤣

[@72139]

“We are the music makers and we are the dreamers of the dreams !” Don’t get the impression that he is counting her among the “we”! I do love this little exchange ! Combined with the face grab I’d always found it threatening ! Wilder really did a great job with a very strange character !

[@healingv1sion]

I had such a crush on Gene as a kid 😂

[@sparklesdotcom147]

Same😭

[@joifulnoiseproductions1266]

Right! He’s so charming 🥰

[@MiaCiders]

He’s creepy asf

[@yourworstnightmare3271]

@@MiaCiders how

[@MiaCiders]

@@yourworstnightmare3271 just look at him ...

[@thebernice6062]

The title should read "The Best of Willy Wonka." There is no other.

[@jefferyhill2000]

I remember watching this a ton when i was like 6

[@mariohiccupwitwicky8453]

Happy 50th Anniversary Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory!!!!! 🍫🏭🎊🎉 Thank you for 50 Wonka-ful years!

[@taketemamula]

Gene Wilder's Willy Wonka: I love him 😍 Johnny Depp's Willy Wonka: I have scared for him 😖

[@EricEdwards13]

Such a comedic genius Gene was!

[@jh9391]

Gene Wilder IS the one and only Wonka!

[@theabacross1581]

"what is this some sort of fun house!" "Why? Having fun?"

[@Thanoseswifey]

Fun fact : at the boat scene the actors weren’t infomate abhaut that that wonka is going be so crazy , so the reaction of the actors were legit

[@watch-Dominion-2018]

one of the best movies ever, I watched it so many times growing up

[@mccah92]

Brilliant compilation, thanks

[@channannan2411]

This is my favorite Willy Wonka

[@jacksonconley5117]

You get nothing, you lose! Good day sir!

[@amyrodgers4252]

3:03 If it was Johnny Depp's Willy Wonka recreating this scene, something tells me he'd make it just as unhinged and petrifying but instead of screaming at the kids and parents after his speech, he'd be maniacally laughing.

[@davidlonky2025]

RIP! He was an icon back then in the 70’e people!

[@Lexyvil]

My god, this movie aged masterfully. This Wonka is the best, he's the most sarcastic and therefore the funniest.

[@KJamess]

This is the only movie that I’ve truly loved since I was a little kid to now being an adult

[@billyjackoff]

I'd feel comfortable saying that Gene Wilder's Willy Wonka is the best film performance ever.

[@TheBehm08]

WE are the music makers And WE are the dreamers of dreams

[@noir-214]

2:24 haha, great delivery showing real companion

[@WilliamsPinch]

2:38 is TERRIFYING 😂The suppressed rage makes an entrance.

[@brainstormsai]

“Why, having fun?” ✨HE BROUGHT ON THE SAUCE

[@watch-Dominion-2018]

2:54 - that Mehhh! always cracked us up as kids and we'd use it often

[@m.michaels]

When the dad repeats.... Rowing.... Lol 😂😂😂😂😂 GOLD

[@christiangaspar2531]

2:25 look at grandpa Joe

[@gracie3440]

I prefer this version instead of the 2005 one. Gene wilder definitely was the best in this ❤

[@JJBGaming__YT]

Gene Wilder was incredible as Wonka ❤ The BEST !

[@Macadamica]

3:45 - i never thought i laugh that much at this

[@superygly]

RIP gene wilder

[@superjoelad4905]

R.I.P Gene Wilder😥

[@J.P.Robles]

His “creepy” song made me laugh so hard 😂

[@ophiuchus992]

"Help, Police, Murder"... Priceless... "He's singing now"

[@joshuatrujillo9621]

The boat scene is absolutely brilliant.

[@Endgame707]

Freaking love this film a classic.

[@TonerLow]

"99-44-100 percent pure" has lived rent free in my head for 25 years,

[@glorpian]

" *DONT JUST STAND THERE DO SOMETHING!* " " *help,police, a murder.* "

[@HeartNDagger18]

Fun fact: everytime I see a small person, I either think of the yellow brick road or a leprechaun but never willy wonka.

[@retr0prime_812]

Yeah that’s more of an fun opinion

[@sebastiantrias1529]

You mean Ommpa Loompas, not Willy Wonka.

[@LordRegaI]

I absolutely love this comment for whatever reasons. Thanks JD 🎉

[@cryo311old]

"Don't stand there, do something!" "help..."

[@beatlemaniac]

"Swifter than eagles... STRONGER THAN LIONS!!!"

[@bananagamerblox]

Wonka: "My Chocolate!!!" Wonka: "My Beautiful Chocolate!!!" Augustus mom: "Don't just stand there do something!!" Wonka: "help police, murder :/" 2:18

[@ChrisPatrick-q6k]

The tunnel scene was actually filmed in an exploratory section of tunnel bored out under the sea in Folkstone 20 years before construction on the actual tunnel began. They had to do in in about 40 takes however as it was only 400 meters long. During filming speeds of up to 31 mph were reached, drawing safety concerns from the film crew.

[@NavinPanesar]

He learned from Mrs Scrubbir the contract bit

[@timaronchang1031]

Gene Wilder Mr Willy Wonka

[@casinodertoten721]

I actually knew that rhyme on the boat just from Marilyn Manson, so when I finally got around to watch this movie, it freaked me out even more.

[@airfoilengine3799]

Like The Cat in the Hat, Wonka is a "grey" character. You're never sure about him. Next time, he might go mad and kill everyone. That's the intrigue.

[@plathplath]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2bMfH6Lm81qmas

[@anonymous-iy5pd]

Hes the king of controlled chaos hes so unhinged

[@TD.snowmoblies]

I love how when he's screaming in the tunnel it doesn't sound real!

[@tobyparkinson3189]

That scene on the boat with the creepy singing that turned into manic shouting wasn’t shared to any of the cast members except Gene Wilder, so the looks of fear on everyone’s faces is 100% genuine, they genuinely thought Gene was losing it 😂😂😂

[@PyrusCreed]

RIP Gene Wilder, Candy Man

[@nestdneb]

The boat scene is so intense and dark I love it

[@BlueLion1996]

Wilder’s Wonka: Likeable, Wise, generally friendly, tries to teach the 4 kids a lesson for their own good Depp’s Wonka: Irritable, sarcastic, a bit Childish and immature, intends to punish the 4 kids out of spite and annoyance

[@TheTruthHurts6666]

I like Depp's Wonka better... My disdain for spoiled bratty kids aligns with his

[@BlueLion1996]

@@TheTruthHurts6666 both don’t like bratty spoiled kids. Though Wilder’s version is able to hold his temper. While Depp’s version shows no restraint.

[@TheTruthHurts6666]

@@BlueLion1996 exactly why I am attracted to Depp's version. In my personal life, I hold back a lot in front of immature kids or people, am very patient, and try to accommodate to their needs no matter how spoiled or selfish; seeing someone on the movie screen say whatever they want and not care makes me feel a sense of relief.

[@Takaichi666-]

@@TheTruthHurts6666 to each is own but I’m gonna have to say for me gene was the better wonka

[@horangae5230]

I loved both the Wonkas

[@benjaminnatanielbincthomps1591]

Happy 50th anniversary 💜🍫

[@joc_tamai]

With the new movie out, it begs the question: What happened between the end of Wonka and this movie to make him go insane?

[@ryankramer8779]

Methinks the answer is simple: time and experience. He's no longer the hopeful naive rookie chocolatier portrayed by Chalamet by the time the movie starts

[@superjackster0165]

The new Wonka film isn’t a prequel to this movie. It’s a new iteration of the character

[@angelastevenson8214]

He's fantastic ❤ He's so funny in this too lol.

[@ms.eviesky6219]

The fact that my mans busted out a freestyle while making people piss on themselves is some g shit

[@garyholmes2568]

The pure Genius of Gene Wilder.... I've never bothered watching the Johnny Depp version. I just wish they'd leave the originals alone. Let them be.

[@thebeardedwondercorbin8058]

We all need deserve different interpretations and the author of the book wasn't keen on some of the stuff in this film. Even though they consulted with him as they made the film.

[@davidpmurdock]

youre missing out

[@kepo364]

Johnny depp portrayed willy wonka better thou

[@FalconZ_ae]

@@kepo364 nah

[@animalsarebeautifulpeople3094]

If you watch the tim Burton version you end up enjoying and appreciating the Gene Wilder version even more! So you ARE missing out 😅