And what in the world was going to happen in the next room? [6] In the 1971 film, Charlie was portrayed by Peter Ostrum, in his only film appearance. I'm not afraid of anything! Exactly. Charlie Bucket Between 1961 and 1964, Albertson appeared seven times on Mister Ed as Paul Fenton, brother-in-law (later just brother) to Wilbur Post's next-door-neighbor Kay, appearing as a stopgap regular for several episodes after the death of Larry Keating in 1963. He and Charlie have a special bond, and Grandpa Joe particularly loves telling Charlie storiesthis not only entertains Charlie, but it also makes Grandpa Joe look younger and brighter. Wouldnt it be something, Charlie, to open a bar of candy and see a Golden Ticket glistening inside!, It certainly would, Grandpa. Sundays were a bit better. However, like Charlie and Mr. Wonka, he remains young at heart. Mr. Turkentine is Charlie Bucket's school teacher and appears in the 1971 film, but not in the book or the 2005 film. He worked at several different jobs including: the local General Electric plant; in one of many shoe factories in the Lynn, Massachusetts area; and as a rack boy in neighborhood pool parlors, where he was a fairly good pool hustler, although he was always on guard to avoid playing anyone who could "out-hustle" him. From 1960 to 1961, Albertson was cast in three episodes of Pete and Gladys, with Harry Morgan and Cara Williams. When the transport capsule brings the staff to the Space Hotel, the Knids consume some of the staff, and the survivors retreat to the capsule. Wonka summons the monitors to see on which channel Mike has ended, as the Oompa-Loompas rave around the room, singing, "Vidiots". | He makes constant references to television shows throughout the factory tour and comes across as somewhat of a know-it-all. [to Mrs. Beauregarde] Wonka holds a contest, hiding 5 Golden Tickets within the wrappers of his chocolate bars, promising their finders a tour of his factory and a lifelong supply of his creations. He is from the fictional town of Marble Falls, Arizona, enjoys Western films and wears cowboy attire. He did. In this film, he is often excitable, paranoid, and stubborn, and appears anxious that Charlie won the contest, and becomes angry when Charlie is dismissed without reward because they had violated the rules by stealing Fizzy Lifting Drinks and not following the tour, which indicated that Charlie violated the contract, before realizing that returning the everlasting gobstopper was the true test. In the 2005 film, 13-year-old Mike is portrayed by Jordan Fry, and his interests are updated to being very destructive, with the Internet and video games (especially gory first-person shooters), in addition to television viewing. Grandpa Joe She demands every single thing she requests and is the second person to find a Golden Ticket and the third eliminated from the tour. Company Credits Willy Wonka Mrs. Beauregarde In the Tom and Jerry version of the 1971 film, Veruca's role is the same. Willy Wonka His story here matches that in the book, except in depicting his wife (portrayed by Shelley Conn). Looking past its impressive 2004 design, the site offers an exhaustive analysis of the 1974 film and draws more than a few shocking conclusions. When she speaks up, he fiercely glares at her, prompting her to be quiet. Slugworth only makes a split-second appearance in the 2005 film where he, alongside Mr. Ficklegruber and Mr. Prodnose, are sending spies to steal ingredients from Wonka's factory just like in the book. Charlie whispers to. Willy Wonka : I wouldn't give up my family for anything. Augustus is the only child not to go on the boat ride. Veteran Irish actor David Kelly put the spring in Grandpa Joe's step, an easy enough task for a man who'd been acting on stage and screen for five decades by then. She and Violet bicker on two occasions. He tells Charlie (and the reader) the story of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory and the mystery of the secret workers. In the 1971 movie, Willy Wonka states that Slugworth would give his false teeth to get in for just five minutes. Irish actor David Kelly, who appeared opposite Johnny Depp in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, has died. Grandma Josephine Mr. Turkentine, when hearing the news about the Golden Tickets during the project, dismisses the class and runs out. Wow. My students love how organized the handouts are and enjoy tracking the themes as a class., Requesting a new guide requires a free LitCharts account. . : It's changing roast beef and baked potato. [14] In a 1967 episode of The Andy Griffith Show, he played the ne'er-do-well cousin, Bradford J. Taylor, of series character Aunt Bee (Frances Bavier). Willy Wonka Augustus is the first to be removed from the tour: while drinking from the Chocolate Room's Chocolate River, he accidentally falls into the river and is drawn through a pipe to the factory's Fudge Room. [looks at Charlie] : Charlie Bucket Grandpa Joe Charlie Bucket Near the end, Mrs. Teavee joins the rave, as they conclude that Mike still has a future on "mike.com". He was fired with the rest of the other employees after spies had stolen Wonka's secret recipes. Charlie Bucket Grandpa Joe is ninety-six and a half and still hopping around and chatting his face off. Grandpa Joe is the father of Hellen Bucket and the tritagonist of the film. Grandpa Joe They join Michael D'Cruze as 'Grandpa Joe', Christopher Howell as 'Grandpa George', Kate Milner Evans as 'Grandma Josephine', Julie Mullins as 'Grandma Georgina' and Leonie Spilsbury as 'Mrs Bucket'. I'm sorry, Mr. Wonka. I dont think the girls father played it quite fair, Grandpa, do you? Charlie murmured. Inside Bill's Candy Shop, Wonka's products and signs are the most visible; but Slugworth's Sizzlers are also prominent, and one is even sold to a child. Complete your free account to request a guide. Mr. Bucket: Missi Pyle . In the 1971 film, Mike is played by Paris Themmen and his surname is spelled "Teevee" in the credits. He's Willy Wonka! Contact this reporter at katie@buzzfeed.com. Their opening number, "It's Teavee Time!" Mother, what's happening to me? Violet Beauregarde : Harold "Jack" Albertson (June 16, 1907 November 25, 1981) was an American actor, comedian, dancer and singer who also performed in vaudeville. : Among the shows he appeared on were Just Plain Bill, Lefty, That's My Pop and The Jack Albertson Comedy Show. Mrs. Beauregarde Willy Wonka Willy Wonka Find related themes, quotes, symbols, characters, and more. Following the film's release, Dahl defended himself against accusations of racism but found himself sympathising with the NAACP's comments. : [2], In the 2005 film Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, he is portrayed by Johnny Depp. In the 1971 film, they were portrayed by Rudy Borgstaller, George Claydon, Malcolm Dixon, Rusty Goffe, Ismed Hassan, Norman McGlen, Angelo Muscat, Pepe Poupee, Marcus Powell, Albert Wilkinson. He did. All four grandparents insist that these things are true. this, and the parents in the boat shout that Mr. Wonka is off his rocker., his daughter will be the first to have a meal of chewing gum. Her demeanour is less vehement, but more obnoxious, compared to the 1971 version. piece of fudge. Veteran actor Gregory Peck was originally selected to play the role, but he died in 2003 before filming began. : He was described as adorned with 18 toy pistols that he "fires" while watching gangsters on TV. Dr. Wonka is portrayed by Christopher Lee. In the Nut Sorting Room, Veruca runs foul of the nut-testing squirrels who deem her a 'bad nut' when she tries to steal one of them. She demeans Cornelia Prinzmetel more than she did in the book. When Charlie finds the Golden Ticket, Grandpa Joe leaps out of bed in joy and is chosen as the one to accompany Charlie in the tour of the factory. Grandpa Joe : Later, when it is revealed that all of the tickets have supposedly been found ending with a Paraguayan millionaire, he decides to use Wonka bars as an example to teach his class about percentages. In the Broadway version of the musical, Mike hails from Iowa, and the lyrics in Mike's song and some of Mike's mannerisms reference Donald Trump. [1] Albertson was a Tony, Oscar, and Emmy winning actor. Charlie Bucket Violet Beauregarde They are stated to be extremely voracious, having devoured an entire race that once lived on the Moon and they only avoid Earth because entering the atmosphere causes them to burn up via atmospheric friction. In the 2013 London musical, Augustus Gloop is known as "the Bavarian Beefcake" in his Alpine community. He was the only bright thing in their lives, and his evening visits were something that they looked forward to all day long. Since Bllner could not speak fluent English at the time of the film's production, the 1971 Augustus has fewer lines and less screen time. : Here you are. Charlie Bucket [3], While Grandpa Joe's character was portrayed sympathetically, he (particularly the 1971 film representation) later became the subject of heavy internet parody, especially for his eagerness to accompany Charlie despite having been bedridden and not contributing to the family financially.[8][9]. Or coming out of it? Veruca Salt On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Because she wont leave Grandma Josephine and Grandma Georgina and Grandpa George., They cant, Charlie said. But when she interferes with the trained squirrels used by Willy Wonka to select the best nuts to bake into chocolate bars, she is judged as a "bad nut" by the squirrels and discarded into the adjacent garbage chute and her dad, being with her, follows suit. Grandpa Joe I'm terribly sorry! She is also aggressively competitive and prideful and has won trophies for gum chewing and other activities. : [17][18], In the 2005 film, the Oompa-Loompas are all played by Deep Roy and are virtually identical. In Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator, a swarm of Knids take possession of the new "Space Hotel USA". This version of the character is written as more calm than the 1971 version. (directed by) Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) verified as complete Produced by Cinematography by Arthur Ibbetson . A Good Old-Fashioned Chocolate Lover. : : The machine judges her as a "bad egg" and she disappears down the garbage chute. He has an odd sense of humour, which he uses to express knowledge. No one did. Theyre very old and they havent been out of bed for twenty years., Then well take the bed along as well, with them in it, said Mr. Wonka. The tall bony old figure of Grandpa Joe could be seen standing quietly among them, and beside him, holding tightly on to his hand, was little Charlie Bucket himself. And it seemed like it was going to be closed forever. I'd rather you didn't. Cornelia Prinzmetel was not mentioned in this film. Evidence of Grandpa Joe's misogny is laid out: Then there's the equally damning allegation that Joe is an industrial spy. He uses a few students as examples for the class, including Charlie. 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