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

sotetariah made this fan casting suggestion on May 12, 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

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Willy Wonka, here he is!
What Charlie Buckett lacks in money, he makes up for it in the strongest character and personality. He lives in a ramshackle cottage with his parents and grandparents, eating on nothing but cabbage...
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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 2,319 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 Jim Carrey, Christian Borle, and Glen Powell. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has 37 roles, including Prince Pondicherry, Mike Teavee, and Grandpa Joe.

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