Philip Wiegratz facts for kids

Philip Wiegratz was born on February 17, 1993. He is a German actor who is now retired from acting. He is most famous for his very first movie role. He played the character Augustus Gloop in the movie Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. This popular film was directed by Tim Burton.

Philip's Acting Journey

Philip Wiegratz was born in a city called Magdeburg in Germany. He became well-known for playing the character Augustus Gloop in the 2005 movie Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Augustus Gloop is a very hungry and greedy boy in the story.

Philip went to an audition for the movie without knowing which part he might get. However, a casting director noticed him right away. He was then put on a special list for the role of Augustus. Philip had to go back for several more auditions. Finally, he got the part! This was his first time acting in an English-language movie. He even had to wear a special suit to look like Augustus. Philip did his own stunts in the movie. This included the scene where Augustus falls into the chocolate river.

Other Movies and TV Shows

After Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Philip continued acting. In 2006, he starred in a movie called Wild Chicks. This movie was based on a book by Cornelia Funke. Philip played a member of a boy group called the Pygmies. He also appeared in the sequel to this movie the next year. Both of these movies were very successful.

Philip and some of his co-stars were even guests on a German children's TV show. It was called Ki.Ka Live and they appeared on April 2, 2007. Later, in 2012, Philip played a character named Helmut in the movie Lore. In 2013, he played Gordon Gelderman in the film Ruby Red.

Philip's Filmography

Here is a list of the movies and TV shows Philip Wiegratz has been in:

• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)
• A Christmoose Carol [de] (2005)
• Berndivent (one episode, 2006)
• Wild Chicks [de] (2006)
• Wild Chicks in Love [de] (2007)
• Ki.Ka Live (one episode, 2007)
• The Wild Chicks and Life [de] (2009)
• Lore (2012)
• Ruby Red (2013)

See also

In Spanish: Philip Wiegratz para niños