Olivia Colman and Jim Carter are set to star alongside Timothee Chalamet in a new film about the early life of Willy Wonka.

According to Baz Bamigboye, the pair have joined the film which is due to begin filming in London next month.

American comedian Rich Fulcher is also said to be joining the cast.

Wonka is being directed by Paul King, who made the first two Paddington films, and is expected to feature songs and dancing.

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