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‘Harry Potter’: Max Series May Have Found Its Dumbledore in John Lithgow!!

A legendary wizard needs a legendary actor, and HBO may have found just the right one. Six-time Emmy winner John Lithgow is reportedly in final negotiations to take on the hugely important role of Professor Albus Dumbledore in HBO’s highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series, according to a report by Deadline this afternoon. HBO have declined to comment on the story from Deadline, saying: “We … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: Max Series May Have Found Its Dumbledore in John Lithgow!!

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‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ Set for Re-Release!!

Harry Potter fans have time to go back to the Wizarding World, as Warner Bros is re-releasing the movies in the theaters. The first feature in the franchise Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (or Philosopher’s Stone, based on where you live) is coming to the big screen starting February 13, Fandango has announced. The movies starring Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson as … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ Set for Re-Release!!

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‘Harry Potter’: Original Star Alfred Enoch Eyes Role in Rebooted TV Series!!

The Wizarding World is about to get a new wave of magic with HBO‘s highly anticipated Harry Potter TV reboot, and it’s probably a safe bet that some familiar faces will be returning to Hogwarts, but in new roles than those which they previously played. One of those actors who has expressed interest in stepping back into the hallowed halls is Alfred Enoch, who portrayed … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: Original Star Alfred Enoch Eyes Role in Rebooted TV Series!!

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‘Harry Potter’ & ‘Detective Conan’ Set for Mysterious Crossover!!

Who knew, a collaboration between two bespectacled teenagers could create a massive buzz on the internet? Recently, fans spotted a new post on X (formerly Twitter) by Harry Potter Japan account which teases an unusual collaboration between Harry Potter and Detective Conan (known to the Western audience as Case Closed). While the post did not elaborate on what this collaboration is all about, we got … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’ & ‘Detective Conan’ Set for Mysterious Crossover!!

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‘Harry Potter’: First Four Movies Are Returning to Theaters!!

Get ready to dust off your wands and step back into the Wizarding World, because the first four Harry Potter films are set to return to theaters nationwide in 2025, offering fans a chance to experience the magic on the big screen once again. But this time, there’s a special dusting of magic, as select screenings will be available in immersive formats like 3D and … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: First Four Movies Are Returning to Theaters!!

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‘Harry Potter’: Paapa Essiedu Eyed to Play Severus Snape in HBO Series!!

Sectumsempra! HBO is circling British actor Paapa Essiedu to play one of the hottest TV roles being cast this year. The I May Destroy You actor is up for the role of Professor Severus Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter TV series, multiple sources tell The Hollywood Reporter. Sources say the actor has been offered the part although it is not clear if negotiations have begun in earnest. Snape is the wickedly smart and … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: Paapa Essiedu Eyed to Play Severus Snape in HBO Series!!

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‘Wizards of Baking’: ‘Harry Potter’ Is Getting a Food Network Show!!

It has been almost two decades since the last Harry Potter movie was released, and the world still has room for more magic. Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking is the latest addition to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, bringing the beloved franchise back to screens with a baking competition on Food Network. The show is graced with guest judges who are actors and actresses … Continue reading ‘Wizards of Baking’: ‘Harry Potter’ Is Getting a Food Network Show!!

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‘Harry Potter’: Mark Rylance Rumoured to Play Dumbledore in HBO Series!!

When Harry Potter first hit the mainstream over two decades ago, no one could have predicted the culture-defining impact the story would go on to have across multiple generations. Harry Potter‘s wizarding legacy was brought to life across a series of eight films that shot its leading stars Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson to life-long superstardom. Now, 13 years after the franchise’s big … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: Mark Rylance Rumoured to Play Dumbledore in HBO Series!!

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‘Fantastic Beasts’: Eddie Redmayne Reveals ‘Harry Potter’ Spin-Off Series is Probably Over!!

The Harry Potter film and book franchise is one of the world’s most popular and commercially successful franchises. The beloved universe has seen various adaptations in several mediums, but most of it has happened on the big screen. Eddie Redmayne played Newt Scamander in the Fantastic Beasts film franchise based on the Harry Potter world for three installments. The films received mixed reactions, and after … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Beasts’: Eddie Redmayne Reveals ‘Harry Potter’ Spin-Off Series is Probably Over!!

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‘Harry Potter’: Upcoming HBO Series Gets New Update!!

Warner Bros. TV Group chairman and CEO Channing Dungey has revealed a brand new update regarding the current production status of its upcoming Harry Potter HBO TV Show, which is expected to last for multiple seasons. At the moment, the studio doesn’t have a target date for the project’s filming start. What did Warner Bros. say about the Harry Potter HBO TV show? During a … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: Upcoming HBO Series Gets New Update!!

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Beloved ‘Downton Abbey’ and ‘Harry Potter’ Actor Dame Maggie Smith Passes Away!!

Dame Maggie Smith, one of the most beloved and iconic actors on the stage and screen, has passed away at 89. Smith was known to millions worldwide for her iconic roles in both Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, and her death marks the end of an extraordinary career that spanned over seven decades. Smith was born in Essex in 1934, and she kicked off her … Continue reading Beloved ‘Downton Abbey’ and ‘Harry Potter’ Actor Dame Maggie Smith Passes Away!!

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‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Gets an Update!!

An exciting couple of weeks for fans of the wizarding world. A return to Hogwarts is getting ever closer as Warner Bros.’ Harry Potter television series continues to purr steadily along. In recent months, the eagerly anticipated reboot found its captains with Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod attached to serve as head writer and director respectively. Just last week, an open casting call went out … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Gets an Update!!

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‘Harry Potter’: New HBO Series Is Officially Looking to Fill in the Lead Roles!!

It’s been announced on the official Wizarding World website that there is an open casting call in the United Kingdom and Ireland for the upcoming HBO adaptation of the Harry Potter novels. The casting call specifically names the characters of the Golden Trio: Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley. The characters were portrayed by Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, respectively, in the … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: New HBO Series Is Officially Looking to Fill in the Lead Roles!!

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‘Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions’ Trailer Teases the Spinoff Game!! Check It Out!!

Warner Bros. Games has just unveiled the highly anticipated trailer for its upcoming video game, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions. Set to launch on September 3, this follow-up to last year’s blockbuster hit, Hogwarts Legacy, brings fans back to the beloved wizarding world with a thrilling new focus—Quidditch, the high-flying sport made famous by the Harry Potter series. The new trailer offers a nostalgic return to … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions’ Trailer Teases the Spinoff Game!! Check It Out!!

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Disney+, Hulu, and Max Officially Launch Merged Streaming Package!!

In an exciting development for streaming enthusiasts, Disney Entertainment and Warner Bros. Discovery have officially launched their highly anticipated bundle, combining Disney+, Hulu, and Max into a single, cost-effective subscription. Starting today, U.S. subscribers can access this comprehensive entertainment package through any of the three streaming platforms’ websites. This bundle offers an expansive selection of content from renowned brands like ABC, HBO, FX, DC, Marvel, … Continue reading Disney+, Hulu, and Max Officially Launch Merged Streaming Package!!

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‘Harry Potter’: ‘Succession’ Duo Hired as Director, Showrunner for Max Series!!

Warner Bros.‘ Harry Potter television series has found itself a showrunner and, in a sign of how important the series is to Warners, they’ve drafted in a heavyweight to oversee the seven seasons set to be adapted from J.K. Rowling‘s novels. Following some speculation, it’s now been confirmed that Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod will be captaining the Hogwarts ship for the series, which is … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: ‘Succession’ Duo Hired as Director, Showrunner for Max Series!!

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‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’ Returning to Theaters to Celebrate 20th Anniversary!!

Harry Potter is one franchise that keeps on giving, what started as books have now spawned into movies, games, toys, and soon a series. The movies led by Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint as the fan-favorite trio of friends have entertained generations and are loved around the world. Whether one has noticed or not it’s been 20 years since Harry Potter and the … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’ Returning to Theaters to Celebrate 20th Anniversary!!

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‘Harry Potter’ Series to Release in 2026!!

Warner Bros. Discovery CEO, David Zaslav, must’ve whispered the magical words—wingardium leviosa—as the previously announced Harry Potter series is taking flight with a release window set for 2026. The subtle, yet grand reveal came during the company’s fourth-quarter earnings call on February 23. Along with information surrounding the project’s release, Zaslav also painted a more vibrant picture of the planning going on behind the scenes, … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’ Series to Release in 2026!!

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‘Harry Potter’ Series Is Still in the Works!!

In news that many will find disappointing, as well as surprising, it seems the Harry Potter reboot series is still well on its way at Max, with a report from Deadline this evening claiming that Warner Bros. will be hearing pitches from an eclectic group of writers next week. The pitches will focus on exactly what kind of format or premise the show will take, … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’ Series Is Still in the Works!!

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‘David Holmes: Boy Who Lived’ Trailer Sees Daniel Radcliffe Celebrate His ‘Harry Potter’ Stunt Double!! Check It Out!!

The first trailer has dropped for the Daniel Radcliffe-produced documentary, David Holmes: The Boy Who Lived about the inspirational story behind the former Harry Potter stuntperson who had an accident on set that left him paralyzed. Radcliffe has teamed up with HBO and director Dan Hartley to tell Holmes‘ story. The documentary is described as a “coming-of-age story of stuntman David Holmes, a prodigious teenage … Continue reading ‘David Holmes: Boy Who Lived’ Trailer Sees Daniel Radcliffe Celebrate His ‘Harry Potter’ Stunt Double!! Check It Out!!

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‘Fantastic Beasts’: David Yates Confirms Franchise is on Pause For Now!!

After three films, the Fantastic Beasts franchise is taking a break. David Yates, who directed all three Fantastic Beasts films, revealed the series is “parked” with no specific plans for future movies. “We’re all so proud of [Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore] and when it went out into the world, we just needed to sort of stop and pause, and take it easy,” Yates … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Beasts’: David Yates Confirms Franchise is on Pause For Now!!

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‘Harry Potter’ Star and Legendary Actor Michael Gambon Passes Away!!

Michael Gambon, the legendary Irish actor who was beloved by millions worldwide for his performance as Professor Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter franchise, has passed away at the age of 82 following a bout of pneumonia. His family confirmed the sad news in a statement this morning, saying: “We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon. Beloved husband and father, Michael … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’ Star and Legendary Actor Michael Gambon Passes Away!!

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HBO Max Replacement Max Crashes On Launch Day!!

The day has finally arrived for the replacement of HBO Max with a new streaming variation known as Max. The newly rebranded streaming service which is set to be bringing a wealth of content from Warner Brothers, Discovery, HBO, and others has however, on its very first day, been beset by a few glitches per Variety. Subscribers of the streaming platform have taken to social … Continue reading HBO Max Replacement Max Crashes On Launch Day!!

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Ahead of Official Launch Max Adds Over 200 Movies and TV Shows in 4K!!

As HBO Max converts to Max, Warner Bros. Discovery has decided to treat subscribers with a 4K streaming collection from its vast library, the streamer has announced. Subscribers will get access to high-quality unscripted and scripted programming, from HBO, Max Originals, WB Movies, and the DC Universe, along with fan-favorite home and cooking shows, and documentaries. Upon its launch, Max will introduce a new Ultimate … Continue reading Ahead of Official Launch Max Adds Over 200 Movies and TV Shows in 4K!!

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‘100 Years of Warner Bros.’ Trailer Celebrates the Studio’s Dome!! Check It Out!!

From the outside looking in, Warner Bros. is to many of us the pinnacle of filmmaking. Now celebrating 100 years in the movie-making biz, the studio has been sharing remastered releases and special looks behind their biggest blockbusters. To further engulf their dedicated following in what made them the best of the best, the studio is dropping a four-part docuseries titled 100 Years of Warner … Continue reading ‘100 Years of Warner Bros.’ Trailer Celebrates the Studio’s Dome!! Check It Out!!

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‘Harry Potter’: Series Adaption Gets Official 7-Season Order with J. K. Rowling Producing!!

It’s official, the Wizarding World is making a comeback in a long-form storytelling experiment that has never been explored in the franchise that has tried to come back multiple times without much success. Warner Bros. has officially confirmed the development of a Harry Potter television series reboot in development at Max, aiming to become a more faithful adaptation of the books throughout multiple seasons. New … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: Series Adaption Gets Official 7-Season Order with J. K. Rowling Producing!!

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‘Harry Potter’: HBO Max Sets Seven-Season TV Reboot!!

A trip back to Hogwarts may be on the horizon, as Warner Bros. is reportedly nearing a deal to set up a Harry Potter television series at HBO Max. While the deal has not yet been finalized, Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling is said to be spearheading development, and is close to boarding the series as a producer along with Warner Bros. Television. Details are … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: HBO Max Sets Seven-Season TV Reboot!!

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‘Harry Potter’: New Warner Bros. CEO Wants More Movies if J.K. Rowling Signs On!!

During a conference call on Thursday November 3, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav discussed a wide range of issues, including a keenness for the company to exploit the many franchises under their banner. The most eye-catching of those was the mention that they would seek to make more Harry Potter films, if they could work with author J.K. Rowling. “We’re going to focus on … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: New Warner Bros. CEO Wants More Movies if J.K. Rowling Signs On!!

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Warner Bros. Discovery Announces Future Leadership Team!!

Warner Brothers has been going through an image change since the famous studio was bought and started merging with Discovery back in early 2021. With word that the merger could be completed as early as next week, Discovery has announced the future leadership team for Warner Bros. Discovery. First up, Adria Alpert Romm will be the Chief People and Culture Officer — Romm had the … Continue reading Warner Bros. Discovery Announces Future Leadership Team!!

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‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’: Chris Columbus Wants a 3-Hour Cut that Includes the Poltergeist Peeves!!

It’s been 20 years since the first film in the Harry Potter series was released in theaters, and the original director of that movie wants to give the movie the “Zach Snyder Treatment.” Chris Columbus, who directed 2001’s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, wants to release a three-hour “Sorcerer’s Stone” version of the film to celebrate its anniversary, complete with an inclusion of the … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’: Chris Columbus Wants a 3-Hour Cut that Includes the Poltergeist Peeves!!

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Disney Chief Creative Officer Alan Horn Announces Retirement!!

After nearly 50 years in the movie and television business, Alan Horn has announced his plans to retire as Chief Creative Officer of Disney Studios Content as of December 31. After graduating from Harvard Business school with an MBA and serving as a captain in the Air Force, Horn began his entertainment career in 1973 at Embassy Communications. From Embassy Communications, Horn co-founded Castle Rock … Continue reading Disney Chief Creative Officer Alan Horn Announces Retirement!!

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‘Harry Potter: Tournament of Houses’: Helen Mirren to Host Competition Show!!

This announcement is one that is sure to make Harry Potter fans rejoice. The highly-awarded veteran actress Dame Helen Mirren has been confirmed to be the host of a new televised Harry Potter competition event called Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses. Do you consider yourself knowledgeable about the ins and outs of Harry Potter lore? Well, that’s precisely what Hogwarts Tournament of Houses contestants … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter: Tournament of Houses’: Helen Mirren to Host Competition Show!!

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New Universal Movies to Stream on Peacock Four Months After Theatrical Release!!

Peacock just got a big boost in content from a new deal that will see Universal Pictures films heading to that streaming service after theaters. As it stands right now, Universal actually licenses its movies to HBO during what’s called a “pay-one window.” You know how pay cable channels like HBO and Epix will “premiere” movies that were in theaters like a year ago? That’s … Continue reading New Universal Movies to Stream on Peacock Four Months After Theatrical Release!!

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‘Harry Potter’: HBO Max is Working on a Live-Action Series!!

The film adaptations of the Harry Potter books is one of the more impressive franchise accomplishments of the 21st century, but since they were films, there were always going to be massive sacrifices to fit the books into the runtime. You were bound to lose some unnecessary stuff like Peeves the Poltergeist (a loss I’ve never felt once while watching the movies) as well as … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: HBO Max is Working on a Live-Action Series!!

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‘Hogwarts Legacy’ Trailer Reveals the Expansive ‘Harry Potter’ RPG!! Check It Out!!

By all accounts the PS5 is going to cost the equivalent of a small country’s national budget and run on pure experimental jet fuel, but hoo dang the footage out of today’s showcase event has me willing to risk it all. In addition to trailers for Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Resident Evil 8, and God of War: Ragnarok, Sony released the first look at the Harry … Continue reading ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ Trailer Reveals the Expansive ‘Harry Potter’ RPG!! Check It Out!!

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‘Unhinged’ and ‘SpongeBob Movie’ Releases Mark Revival of the North American BO!!

The North American box office is resuming after an unprecedented five-month shutdown due to the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic. The major circuits in Canada reopened in earnest over the weekend to welcome Paramount’s The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run and the Russell Crowe road-rage thriller Unhinged, from Solstice Studios. They are the first new Hollywood releases to open wide since the pandemic forced cinemas … Continue reading ‘Unhinged’ and ‘SpongeBob Movie’ Releases Mark Revival of the North American BO!!

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‘Harry Potter’ Re-release Tops While ‘Bad Boys For Life’ Bombs at the China BO!!

Harry Potter And The Sorcerer’s Stone cast its spell over the box office in China this weekend, as Hollywood rereleases continue to entice people back to recently reopened cinemas. The 3D, 4K rerelease of the first film in Warner Bros‘ multi-billion dollar franchise was able to magic up a stellar $13.4 million this weekend, according to local box office consultancy Artisan Gateway. The strong showing … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’ Re-release Tops While ‘Bad Boys For Life’ Bombs at the China BO!!

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‘Harry Potter’: An RPG Is Still in the Works, Now for PS5 and Xbox Series X!!

New details on the Avalanche Software/Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Harry Potter game have emerged, including a new release date and official announcement plans. Back in March, we learned Warner Bros. has planned to officially announce the Harry Potter game at the cancelled E3 event. Vague reports on the game have surfaced but it’s been unclear what Avalanche has had in the works — until now. Now, Bloomberg reports … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter’: An RPG Is Still in the Works, Now for PS5 and Xbox Series X!!

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Following J.K. Rowling’s Transphobic Tweets, Daniel Radcliffe Shows Support to Trans-Community!!

Harry Potter franchise star Daniel Radcliffe has penned a response to and rejection of author J.K. Rowling‘s most recent wave (yes, there’s been more than one) of transphobic comments. For some reason, Rowling felt compelled to share her odious, anti-trans views on Twitter recently, reaffirming she is, at her core, a Dementor. Rowling’s statements, which are unacceptable and completely ignorant of the truth that trans women are women, … Continue reading Following J.K. Rowling’s Transphobic Tweets, Daniel Radcliffe Shows Support to Trans-Community!!

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All ‘Harry Potter’ Movies Are Available Now on HBO Max!!

Well, well, well, what do we have here? It just so happens all eight Harry Potter movies are currently available to stream on the newly-launched HBO Max service. After months of hype, HBO Max has finally landed, offering tons of movies and TV shows from every branch of the WarnerMedia family for us to begin binging on ASAP. As we here at Collider discovered on Wednesday morning, … Continue reading All ‘Harry Potter’ Movies Are Available Now on HBO Max!!

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‘The Ickabog’: Read J.K. Rowling’s New Original Fairytale Online Now!!

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling continues to dabble in The Wizarding World with all sorts of new stories, tie-ins, and adaptations aplenty in the global phenom franchise, but her newest story is something different. The Ickabog isn’t a Harry Potter tale at all but rather an original fairy tale meant for her younger children when she wrote it quite a few years back. And while … Continue reading ‘The Ickabog’: Read J.K. Rowling’s New Original Fairytale Online Now!!

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J.K. Rowling Has Fully Recovered After Suffering From COVID-19 Symptoms!!

J.K. Rowling is the latest industry figure to reveal that they have had symptoms of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. The Harry Potter creator, whose third Fantastic Beasts outing is one of the major blockbusters in production to be impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, tweeted that she had been suffering from “all the symptoms” of COVID-19 for the last two weeks. She … Continue reading J.K. Rowling Has Fully Recovered After Suffering From COVID-19 Symptoms!!

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China Closes All Theaters Nationwide Again!!

It appears as though China won’t be re-opening its movie theaters this weekend after all. Mere hours after authorities signaled to more than 200 movie theaters that they could re-open on Saturday, national-level Chinese authorities ordered all theaters to close again, per Variety. The reason for the closure is not explicitly known, but it’s presumably due to coronavirus concerns. China was of course the first … Continue reading China Closes All Theaters Nationwide Again!!

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‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Eying Broadway Run!!!

While New York-bound theater-goers have spent the last year lamenting the impossible task of getting Hamilton tickets, those headed to London’s West End overseas have been struggling to get in the door for Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Well, lucky New Yorkers, you’re about to have two internationally famous shows you can’t get tickets to! Pottermore has released an announcement that the West End hit is … Continue reading ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Eying Broadway Run!!!

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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) Review!!!

Synopsis – The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York’s secret community of witches and wizards seventy years before Harry Potter reads his book in school. My Take – Weren’t we all sad when Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011) drew its curtain and ended a franchise running for 10 years. Like me, I am quite sure many Potter fans felt that … Continue reading Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016) Review!!!

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‘Fantastic Beasts’: David Yates Feels “Committed” to Directing All 5 Films!!

As a franchise, Harry Potter is somewhat unique. The series opened with two simply unbearable and weightless adventures courtesy of Christopher Columbus, who went for adorable and ended up with two atonal messes that even a big fan of the franchise (such as myself) cannot return to, to this very day. Then, out of nowhere, Alfonso Cuaron came in with Prisoner of Azkaban and created … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Beasts’: David Yates Feels “Committed” to Directing All 5 Films!!

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‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ Sequels Could Feature an Openly Gay Dumbledore!!

In addition to being the author behind the worldwide Harry Potter phenomenon and the writer of the screenplay for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, J.K. Rowling has been a celebrity advocate for human rights — that includes LGBTQ rights. While she previously told fans that there are, of course, gay characters in her magical world, we may see Albus Dumbledore himself as an openly gay wizard on the … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ Sequels Could Feature an Openly Gay Dumbledore!!

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‘Fantastic Beasts 2’: Johnny Depp Confirmed as Grindelwald; Setting Revealed!!

When news broke that Johnny Depp was set to “co-star” in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2, the sequel to this month’s wizarding world expansion Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, speculation immediately zeroed in on who Depp might play. Given that Gellert Grindelwald, former friend/crush of Albus Dumbledore, supposedly has a major role to play in this new Fantastic Beasts franchise, folks began wondering if Depp might be bringing … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Beasts 2’: Johnny Depp Confirmed as Grindelwald; Setting Revealed!!

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‘Fantastic Beasts’ Sequels Are Casting Albus Dumbledore!!!

When Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them was first announced, we expected to hear or see some references to the original Harry Potter films. The trailers even dropped the name Albus Dumbledore a number of times, as well as the dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald, who was referenced in The Deathly Hallows. With four more sequels on the way, we know that Grindelwald will be making a physical appearance, and … Continue reading ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Sequels Are Casting Albus Dumbledore!!!

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Johnny Depp to Co-Star in ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2’!!

While we still have a few weeks to go before the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Warner Bros. is wasting no time in getting the sequel ready. Indeed, we learned last month that author/screenwriter J.K. Rowling is planning a five-film franchise in all, with director David Yates—who helmed the final four Harry Potter movies in addition to Fantastic Beasts—also returning to helm Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2. And … Continue reading Johnny Depp to Co-Star in ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them 2’!!

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