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About Paul King

Paul King is a BAFTA-nominated writer/director who works in both film and television. His most recent feature, "Wonka," is an original prequel to the beloved Roald Dahl novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, starring Timothée Chalamet in the title role, and will debut in theaters worldwide in December. In 2009, King wrote and directed his first feature film, "Bunny and the Bull," starring Simon Farnaby and Edward Hogg. King directed all three series of "The Mighty Boosh," earning him a BAFTA nomination for Best Director in 2004. The BBC comedy aired in the U.S. on Adult Swim. His most recent work for the small screen includes directing and executive producing episodes of the 2020 Netflix series "Space Force," starring Steve Carrell. King co-wrote and directed "Paddington" in 2014, a film which received both critical and commercial success worldwide, including BAFTA nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best British Film. King next co-wrote and directed "Paddington 2," released by Warner Bros. Pictures in 2017 to great critical acclaim.

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National Hot Chocolate Day (US)

You'll love Wonka by Roald Dahl. Published by Puffin.

23 days ago

National Hot Chocolate Day (US)

Why not try Wonka by Roald Dahl. Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK.

23 days ago

National Storytelling Week

Reading stories together can be the perfect way to spend quality time with your child. Wonka from Puffin from Roald Dahl is a great one to read together.

26 days ago

National Storytelling Week

Reading stories together can be the perfect way to spend quality time with your child. Wonka from Penguin Random House Children's UK from Roald Dahl is a great one to read together.

26 days ago

Popcorn Day

Why not get some help choosing your film choice with Wonka by Roald Dahl from Puffin

1 month ago

Popcorn Day

Why not get some help choosing your film choice with Wonka by Roald Dahl from Penguin Random House Children's UK

1 month ago

National Tell A Story Day

Books can be so much fun, why not share this one Wonka by Roald Dahl from Puffin

3 months ago

National Tell A Story Day

Books can be so much fun, why not share this one Wonka by Roald Dahl from Penguin Random House Children's UK

3 months ago

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