Fan Casting Martin Short as Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

sotetariah made this fan casting suggestion on May 4, 2025. What do you think? See below to cast your vote, or click here to see all fan casting suggestions for this role.

Martin Short as Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Martin ShortUnited States

75 years old
Martin Hayter Short, CM (born March 26, 1950) is a Canadian comedian, actor, writer, singer and producer. He is best known for his comedy work, particularly on the TV programs SCTV and Saturday Nig...
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

by Roald Dahl
11-year-old Charlie Bucket lives in poverty in a small house with his parents and four grandparents. His grandparents share the only bed in the house, located in the only bedroom. Charlie and his p...
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Martin Short is known for his roles in Mars Attacks!, Frankenweenie, and Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted. He has been suggested by fans for 2,305 roles on myCast, including Hermes in Hercules. Similar actors include Jim Carrey, Steve Martin, and Robin Williams. Martin Short was suggested to play Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by sotetariah. Other actors sugggested to play this role include Keanu Reeves, Tom Cruise, and Johnny Depp. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has 41 roles, including Charlie Bucket, Violet Beauregarde, and Grandpa Joe.