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Johnny Depp, the star of Tim Burton's remake of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, arrived in London for the UK premiere on Sunday.

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He stopped to sign autographs for the fans in Leicester Square.

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Freddie Highmore - who plays Charlie - posed in Leicester Square, which was transformed into a sweet factory complete with giant candy canes and lollipops.

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Television presenter Jayne Middlemiss was one of several celebrities to attend the premiere.

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The Office star Mackenzie Crook was also at the premiere to support his Pirates of the Caribbean co-star Depp.

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Annasophia Robb plays champion gum-chewer Violet Beauregarde in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

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Her co-star, British actress Julia Winter, plays spoiled brat Veruca Salt, who wins the chance to tour Willy Wonka's top-secret chocolate factory.

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Television and radio star Jonathan Ross brought his whole family to the premiere.

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Veteran actor Christopher Lee plays Dr Wonka in the film, which is based on the novel by Roald Dahl.

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The film is directed by Tim Burton. His wife, Helena Bonham Carter plays the role of Mrs Bucket.

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Actor Deep Roy played all of the Oompa Loompas, thanks to computer special effects.