Wonka-Inspired Series ‘The Golden Ticket’ Is Coming To Netflix and You Can Compete in It!

A new reality show called The Golden Ticket is heading to Netflix. It’s inspired by the wild and colorful world of Wonka from Roald Dahl’s 1964 book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Contestants will compete in a strange, exciting setting, but first, they need to snag a golden ticket to get in. Once inside, they’ll face challenges and games that test their smarts, toughness, and ability to handle a crazy, old-school yet futuristic environment.

Netflix hasn’t said yet where the show will be filmed or when it will premiere. For now, people who want to join have to wait for more details. To apply, you need to be at least 18 and a legal U.S. resident. There’s a link online to start the process, but other rules might apply too.

Jeff Gaspin, Netflix’s Vice President of Unscripted, shared his excitement: “We are thrilled to bring the magic of The Chocolate Factory to life like never before.” He added, “This one-of-a-kind reality competition blends adventure, strategy, and social dynamics, creating an experience that is as captivating as it is unpredictable. For the first time, a lucky few won’t just have to imagine the experience — they’ll get to step inside the factory and live it.”

The Golden Ticket is part of Netflix’s ongoing work with the Roald Dahl Story Company, which started in 2021. They’re bringing more of Dahl’s stories to life after projects like Matilda the Musical and The Wonderful World of Henry Sugar.

Another Dahl tale, The Twits, will also come out as an animated movie on Netflix this year. More news about The Golden Ticket will drop as the launch gets closer, so keep an eye out.

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