But a "Willy Wonka" event in Glasgow, Scotland, that was billed as an immersive experience turned out to be less than stellar. In fact, when some ticket holders showed up with their kids, they ...

Paul Connell, who portrayed “Willy McDuff” at Willy’s Chocolate Experience, talks to WIRED about the Unknown, jelly beans, and an impossible vacuum cleaner trick.

Its website promised “optical marvels” and “extraordinary props,” but the pricey Willy Wonka-inspired event offered little more than some lemonade and a jelly bean.

Police were called to a "Willy Wonka Experience" in the UK after hundreds of families were left scammed – $40 tickets for entry – AI images advertised the event – Venue was an empty ...

Parents lured to immersive Willy Wonka experience by AI ads show up to near-empty warehouse with no candy By Elizabeth Karpen Published Feb. 27, 2024, 10:47 a.m. ET ...

In a new demo for parody musical “Willy’s Candy Spectacular,” John Stamos traces the downfall of civilization back to the disastrous event in Glasgow.

Free Willy was released on July 16, 1993. The poignant film became an instant hit as it followed a young boy's attempts to save a captive whale. Directed by Simon Wincer, the movie starred Jason ...