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"Half-Blood Prince" News: The Return of Opal Yarn Images, New Casting and More

Comments (55) | Average: 3.9 (26 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
May 08, 2008, 06:16 PM

There are a few pieces of news related to the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince yet today. First, readers will recall previously there was a purported ad promoting the sixth Harry Potter film seen on container for yarn... MORE

Actor Interviews

Jessie Cave Profiled in New Magazine Article

Comments (42) | Average: 4.0 (34 votes)
Posted by: Edward -
May 08, 2008, 10:09 AM

Actress Jessie Cave, who is set to portray Lavender Brown in the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film, is briefly featured in an issue of ASOS Magazine where she comments on her first on-screen... MORE

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New Footage of "Half-Blood Prince" Burrow Set, Privet Drive Set (Updated)

Comments (101) | Average: 3.9 (58 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
May 06, 2008, 12:40 PM

Thanks to the BBC, we can now see some new aerial footage of Leavesden Studios in England, including new sets of the Burrow, Privet Drive, a courtyard, Hagrid’s Hut, a train station/platform, possibly the base/grounds outside... MORE

HBP Film

Natalia Tena Talks Tonks in "Half-Blood Prince"

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Posted by: Sue -
May 05, 2008, 07:55 AM

Over the weekend, Collectormania was held in Milton Keynes in England, where actress Natalia Tena took part in an autograph session with fans. Emma, from the Snitchseeker, was able to speak to the actress about her role in... MORE

HBP Film

Rumor Alert: New Description of HBP Teaser Trailer

Comments (184) | Average: 4.2 (133 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
May 04, 2008, 10:05 AM

It’s the start of a new month, and time for a new batch of rumors regarding a possible description of the teaser trailer for “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.” While there have been several floating around on the net... MORE

HBP Film

Part of Young Lucius Malfoy Cast for "Half-Blood Prince"

Comments (89) | Average: 3.8 (50 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
May 03, 2008, 03:25 PM

With filming due to wrap up in the next few weeks for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince casting still is being revealed for the sixth movie. As such, word now comes that the part of a young... MORE

HBP Film

New Mention of "Half-Blood Prince" in Film Review Magazine

Comments (74) | Average: 3.5 (95 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 27, 2008, 10:51 AM

Thanks to our Order partner DanRadcliffe.com, we can see this new article from the June 2008 issue of Film Review, where actor Dan Radcliffe briefly discusses both the “Deathly Hallows” and “Half-Blood Prince” films. Of the... MORE

HBP Film

Carrow Sister Cast for "Half-Blood Prince"

Comments (60) | Average: 3.2 (82 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 27, 2008, 10:35 AM

According to United Agents, a literary and talent agency in the UK, actress Suzanne Toase has been cast in the part of Alecto Carrow for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. The website indicates... MORE

Movies

Harry Potter: The Traveling Exhibition

Comments (46) | Average: 3.3 (89 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 25, 2008, 08:57 AM

There is some additional exciting news today for fans of the Harry Potter films, as the Becker Group, along with Warner Brothers Consumer Products are announcing a special traveling Harry Potter exhibition. According to this press release, this... MORE

HBP Film

First Review of "Half-Blood Prince" Video Game

Comments (37) | Average: 3.2 (80 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 23, 2008, 01:36 PM

On the heels of yesterday’s announcement regarding the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game which is due out this fall, now comes the first review of an early preview version of the game. Noting that... MORE

HBP Film

EA Announces "Half-Blood Prince" Game Due This Fall

Comments (45) | Average: 3.4 (108 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 22, 2008, 01:20 PM

Attention all Harry Potter video game lovers! EA, makers of the Harry Potter games, announced today that the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince video game will be released to coincide with the arrival of the sixth Harry Potter... MORE

HBP Film

New Half-Blood Prince "Quidditch Ron" Statue from Gentle Giant

Comments (57) | Average: 3.1 (91 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 20, 2008, 11:06 PM

New York Comic-Con took place this weekend, where many toy and collectible manufacturers displayed some of their new products for the upcoming year. Among those at the event was Gentle Giant, makers of fine statues and mini-busts. Cool Toy Review... MORE

Rumor

Updated:Tabloid Reports on Supposed Rupert Grint Comments are False

Comments (57) | Average: 3.3 (116 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 16, 2008, 05:08 PM

Earlier today, many of you emailed, noting there have been reports making the rounds that actor Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) supposedly made some disparaging and negative comments about actresses Lindsay Lohan and Paris Hilton, life in Hollywood, and comments... MORE

McCrory Interviews

Helen McCrory on Narcissa's Wardrobe in "Half-Blood Prince"

Comments (39) | Average: 3.1 (118 votes)
Posted by: Edward -
April 15, 2008, 06:18 PM

Actress Helen McCrory is featured in a new article from the Times Online briefly discussing the attire we will see her in as Narcissa Malfoy in the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film. While... MORE

HBP Film

Actor Jim Broadbent Talks Role as Professor Slughorn

Comments (24) | Average: 3.3 (103 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 15, 2008, 09:37 AM

Actor Jim Broadbent has given a new interview where he briefly discusses his role as Professor Slughorn in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. As seen in the Metro, Jim Broadbent says he has not read... MORE

McCrory Interviews

Helen McCrory: "Wicked and Witchy" for Half-Blood Prince

Comments (62) | Average: 3.4 (127 votes)
Posted by: Edward -
April 13, 2008, 12:23 PM

Actress Helen McCrory is profiled in a new article now online from the Daily Mail in which she talks about her career, life, and role as Narcissa Malfoy in the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film. In... MORE

HBP Film

Supposed New Marketing for Half-Blood Prince Comfirmed Fake

Comments (90) | Average: 3.1 (152 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 07, 2008, 12:28 PM

UPDATE: Thanks to WB who confirmed to us that indeed, supposed early marketing and a new photo of Dan Radcliffe from the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince as seen on this website, is indeed fake.

... MORE

HBP Film

Tom Moorcroft Discusses his role as Regulus Black in "Half-Blood Prince"

Comments (44) | Average: 3.1 (147 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 06, 2008, 07:11 PM

Recently there were reports that two new characters had been cast for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. A new interview is now online where one of the actors mentioned, Tom Moorcroft, confirms his role in... MORE

HBP Film

Report: Two More Characters Cast for "Half-Blood Prince'

Comments (174) | Average: 3.3 (171 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
April 04, 2008, 06:55 AM

Two additional roles for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince have apparently been cast. The part of Regulus Black, death eater and younger brother of Sirius Black, will be portrayed by young actor Tom Moorcroft according MORE

HBP Film

Images from Beyond

Comments (141) | Average: 3.3 (162 votes)
Posted by: Sybill -
April 01, 2008, 04:06 PM

Today is certainly an active day for the Inner Eye, as I knew it would be. The tea leaves have spoken volumes to me... its disjointed peaks and valleys have revealed to me events yet to take... MORE

Watson

New Official WB Photos of Emma Watson (Updated)

Comments (63) | Average: 3.3 (179 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 29, 2008, 07:35 AM

Emma Watson’s official website has been updated to indicate new photos of the actress will be released shortly in an exclusive preview on her site. This is of interest to fans, given these photos are from “a... MORE

Grint Interviews

Video of Rupert Grint on Al Murray's Happy Hour Show

Comments (81) | Average: 3.3 (133 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 28, 2008, 09:29 PM

Earlier we told you actor Rupert Grint was to appear on the Al Murray’s Happy Hour show tonight. That program has now aired in the UK, and thanks to our Order partner RupertGrint.net video of the interview is... MORE

HBP Film

Report: Teaser Trailer for Harry Potter and Half-Blood Prince Due May 16

Comments (119) | Average: 3.5 (233 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 26, 2008, 02:34 PM

TLC has gotten a new report today regarding a possible release date of the first teaser trailer for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. While there have been many various rumors out there, we have a credible report saying... MORE

HBP Film

New "Half-Blood Prince" Set Teaser Report Mentions Slughorn's Christmas Party

Comments (134) | Average: 3.5 (156 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 25, 2008, 04:18 PM

A new "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" set teaser report has surfaced online, this from a Chilean magazine Wikén, that features new comments from actor Dan Radcliffe, director David Yates and producer David Barron. Our order partner Dan... MORE

HBP Film

New Hi-Res Half-Blood Prince Pic

Comments (576) | Average: 3.6 (170 votes)
Posted by: Melissa -
March 20, 2008, 01:20 PM

Thanks to WB, you can see the most recently release HBP pic in high-resolution here in our galleries! In the picture, Harry seems to be showing Hermione the Half-Blood Prince book – just for... MORE

HBP Film

"Harry Potter and Half-Blood Prince" Will Have LA Premiere, Contest to Attend To Open Soon

Comments (74) | Average: 3.4 (102 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 20, 2008, 10:54 AM

Two days ago we reported on a new photo and ad from the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film that was contained in Nick Magazine. Today, we can tell you the... MORE

Tena

Flying Auror Style: Natalia Tena Talks Filming as Tonks

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Posted by: Sue -
March 19, 2008, 09:01 PM

Actress Natalia Tena talks flying, wizard style, in a new interview with the Swindon Advertiser where she discusses her role as Tonks in the Harry Potter films. Saying she has been filming recently for her return appearance as... MORE

HBP Film

New Ad, Photo of Trio from "Harry Potter and Half-Blood Prince"

Comments (179) | Average: 3.4 (185 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 18, 2008, 08:26 PM

The April 2008 issue of Nick Magazine contains a preview of the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince including a new ad for the movie as well as a new photo of... MORE

HBP Film

Report: Rupert Grint Filming Quidditch Scenes for "Half-Blood Prince" (Updated)

Comments (56) | Average: 3.2 (144 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 17, 2008, 08:48 PM

In what is perhaps a bit o’ blarney this St. Patrick’s day, UK tabloid the Sun has a story tonight involving Rupert Grint, and filming for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. In a new interview that was... MORE

HBP Film

New Interview with Fenrir Greyback Actor Dave Legeno

Comments (75) | Average: 3.3 (121 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 16, 2008, 09:09 AM

There is a short new interview with Dave Legeno, who will be portraying the villainous werewolf Fenrir Greyback in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. UK tabloid The Daily Star has an article where the cage... MORE

HBP Film

"Half-Blood Prince" To Screen in IMAX, Finale in 3D

Comments (58) | Average: 3.3 (135 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 15, 2008, 07:45 AM

We have some more great movie news this morning, as it has now been confirmed that Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will be shown in IMAX, released the same day as the film opens on November... MORE

HBP Film

Half-Blood Prince Location Filming Video and Interview with Tom Felton, Rupert Grint and Dan Radcliffe

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Posted by: Sue -
March 14, 2008, 10:03 PM

There is new video online tonight from last month’s filming for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince at Gloucester Cathedral in England. Cable channel E! broadcast a new interview with actors Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), and... MORE

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Older Video of Dan Radcliffe on Deathly Hallows Split

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Posted by: Sue -
March 14, 2008, 11:30 AM

There is video online now of actor Dan Radcliffe and the subject of a two part Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows movie. This video, which was aired last night on cable channel E! was actually recorded last... MORE

DH Film

Steve Kloves: Says They Almost Split "Goblet of Fire," Began Thinking of Two "Deathly Hallows" Films Late Summer 07

Comments (127) | Average: 3.7 (137 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
March 13, 2008, 04:18 PM

There is more news today on the decision to make two movies out of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Screenwriter Steve Kloves has given a new interview to the Baltimore Sun, where he discusses the decision to... MORE

Movies

New Harry Potter Blu-Ray "Book" Collector's Edition DVDs Due This Year

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Posted by: Sue -
March 11, 2008, 08:34 PM

Warner Brothers has now announced new plans to sell special collector’s editions of the Harry Potter DVDs in the Blu-ray format which will come in ‘book-like’ packaging. High Def Digest is reporting tonight that WB will “re-issue some... MORE

HBP Film

Location Filming for "Half-Blood Prince" at Millennium Bridge in London

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Posted by: Sue -
March 09, 2008, 12:38 PM

We’ve received several reports and photos of location filming taking place this weekend for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film in London. This scene, which does NOT involve any of main cast members,... MORE

HBP Film

Helen McCrory Filming This Week as Narcissa Malfoy for "Half-Blood Prince"

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Posted by: Sue -
March 04, 2008, 11:48 AM

Actress Helen McCrory is filming her scenes this week in her role as Narcissa Malfoy in the upcoming "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince". Actor Damian Lewis, the husband of Helen McCrory, appeared on ITV'sMORE

Fiennes

Ralph Fiennes: Not in "Half-Blood Prince," Has Not Signed Yet to Return as Voldemort for "Deathly Hallows"

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Posted by: Sue -
March 04, 2008, 10:31 AM

While promoting his new film "In Bruges" actor Ralph Fiennes gave a new interview where he discusses his role as Lord Voldemort in the Harry Potter series. Ralph says he will not be appearing in the upcoming "Harry Potter and... MORE

HBP Film

Streaking is Believing During "Half-Blood Prince" Filming

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Posted by: Sue -
March 03, 2008, 11:01 PM

With news a bit slow on the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film front, UK paper The Sun has a doozy of a story tonight that just might get your attention. The tabloid is reporting that location filming for... MORE

HP Cast

Dan Radcliffe, Emma Watson on "Entertainment Weekly" 30 Under 30 Lists

Comments (146) | Average: 3.3 (151 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
February 29, 2008, 07:32 AM

Entertainment Weekly has a new feature online, highlighting the hottest 30 actors and actresses under 30. Actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) made the list, as did Emma Watson (Hermione Granger). On choosing Dan the magazine says:

“He’s utterly... MORE

HBP Film

David Barron Confirms New Scene Added to "Half-Blood Prince" Movie

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Posted by: Sue -
February 21, 2008, 07:53 AM

As some of you may know, there have been rumors floating around on the net for sometime now regarding a new scene added to the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film. In a new interview with Australia’s MORE

DH Film

David Yates to Direct "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows?"

Comments (286) | Average: 3.1 (158 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
February 19, 2008, 01:11 PM

There is a new report online today regarding the possibility of David Yates returning to direct Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Children's author Lois Lowry has updated her blog with an entry regarding Mr. Yates who... MORE

Honors/Awards

Award Watch: Shaw, Lynch and Craig News and More

Comments (7) | Average: 3.2 (117 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
February 18, 2008, 06:21 PM

We have a few pieces of news regarding some of the people from the Harry Potter films and various award programs.

As we reported previously, acclaimed production designer Stuart Craig was to receive a special lifetime achievement award from the... MORE

HBP Film

Fenrir Greyback, Amycus Carrow Cast for "Half-Blood Prince"

Comments (112) | Average: 3.3 (158 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
February 17, 2008, 05:35 PM

There are reports online tonight saying that actor Dave Legeno has been cast in the role of werewolf Fenrir Greyback for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. We are uncertain if his... MORE

Isaacs

Jason Isaacs Comments on His Hope to Return for "Deathly Hallows" Film

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Posted by: Edward -
February 13, 2008, 08:42 PM

Actor Jason Isaacs has spoken once again of his hope to return as the character of Lucius Malfoy in the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” film. While there is no new information, this interview with Rotten Tomatoes... MORE

HBP Film

No Phlegm for a Half-Blood Prince!

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Posted by: Sue -
February 11, 2008, 06:34 PM

Ahem Ahem! There will be no Phlegm for the Half-Blood Prince!...well no part for actress Clemence Poesy in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince movie that is. In a new interview with MTV, the actress says... MORE

DH Film

"Deathly Hallows" Movie to Begin Filming Next February, Two Films Still Under Consideration

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Posted by: Sue -
February 11, 2008, 07:58 AM

Harry Potter producers David Heyman and David Barron have given a new interview with the Daily Telegraph, where they discuss the film version of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. In regards to the earlier rumors of splitting... MORE

HBP Film

Filming Continues at Gloucester Cathedral for "Half-Blood Prince," Video Now Online

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Posted by: Sue -
February 08, 2008, 06:53 AM

UPDATE: There are two new photos now online, of actor Dan Radcliffe and Rupert Grint departing after completing filming. In addition, the BBC has new video of the filming... MORE

HBP Film

"Half-Blood Prince" Filming Underway in Gloucester, Contest for Photos

Comments (120) | Average: 3.2 (181 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
February 06, 2008, 08:06 AM

UPDATE: Further our report below, This is Gloucestershire is reporting that actors Alan Rickman (Professor Snape), Tom Felton (Draco) and Dame Maggie Smith (Professor McGonagall) are now on set at the Cathedral for filming as well... MORE

HBP Film

"Half-Blood Prince" Casting News: New Actress for Role of Pansy

Comments (92) | Average: 3.3 (225 votes)
Posted by: Sue -
February 02, 2008, 09:01 AM

We have news today regarding a new actress cast in the role of Pansy Parkinson for the upcoming "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince." According to A &J Management actress Scarlett Byrne will take on the part... MORE

HBP Film

Footage of Half-Blood Prince Set Prep in Gloucester, Filming Will Take Place In February

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Posted by: Sue -
January 29, 2008, 04:07 PM

As we have been reporting, there is to be location filming for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince at Gloucester Cathedral in England. In addition to the earlier photos we... MORE

PotterCast

PotterCast 136: Conversations with Paul

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Posted by: Edward -
January 28, 2008, 11:30 PM


The newest episode of our Harry Potter podcast, PotterCast, is now online and includes an extended conversation with Harry and the Potter’s singer Paul DeGeorge. Paul joins Melissa, Sue, and John this week to... MORE

HBP Film

Additional "Half-Blood Prince" Location Filming Photos ; Costume Fitting this Week at Gloucester Cathedral

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Posted by: Sue -
January 27, 2008, 11:49 AM

As a follow up to our previous post , crews from Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince continue to prepare for location filming at Gloucester Cathedral in England. Thanks to TLC reader Becca, you can... MORE

HBP Film

Crews Continue to Prepare for HBP Location Filming in Gloucester

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Posted by: Sue -
January 27, 2008, 09:39 AM

On Thursday we reported crews from the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince were returning in Gloucester, England to prepare for location filming. Thanks to London Taxi Tours, you can now see some early photos... MORE

Rickman Interviews

New Photos, Interview with Alan Rickman at Sundance Film Festival

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Posted by: Sue -
January 25, 2008, 07:21 AM

Actor Alan Rickman recently attended the Sundance Film Festival to promote his new film “Bottle Shock,” and we have new photos of the actor here in our galleries. As we reported last November, Alan... MORE

HBP Film

Filming for Half-Blood Prince Set for Gloucester Cathedral

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Posted by: Sue -
January 24, 2008, 07:12 AM

Location filming for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is set to take place again at Gloucester Cathedral in the UK. This is Gloucester is reporting today that crews from the sixth Harry Potter film are... MORE

Products

New Tonner Snape,Cho Chang Dolls, New NECA "Half-Blood Prince" Action Figures

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Posted by: Sue -
January 22, 2008, 09:00 PM

We have a few bits of news tonight regarding new products tied in with the release of the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.

First, Tonner, the makers of high end collectible dolls, has MORE

Gleeson

Actor Brendan Gleeson Not in Half-Blood Prince, Will Return for Deathly Hallows Movie

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Posted by: Sue -
January 19, 2008, 01:15 PM

Brendan Gleeson has given two new interviews where the actor discusses his role as Mad-Eye Moody in the Harry Potter films. Currently attending the Sundance Film Festival, Brendan Gleeson told MTV that he would not be seen... MORE

HBP Film

Timothy Spall to Return as Wormtail for Half-Blood Prince, Deathly Hallows Films

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Posted by: Sue -
January 18, 2008, 07:03 AM

Actor Timothy Spall has given a new interview where he confirms he will be returning in the role of Peter Pettigrew for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film. The actor says that he is in... MORE

Movies

Movie Magic Magazine Feature on Future of Harry Potter Films

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Posted by: Edward -
January 16, 2008, 06:21 PM

Movie Magic Magazine, on newsstands and in bookstores now, talks of the last three Harry Potter films, “Order of the Phoenix, “Half-Blood Prince,” and “Deathly Hallows” in a multiple page spread in their January 2008 issue. Featuring... MORE

Honors/Awards

Golden Globe Awards Follow Up: Broadbent, Christie, and "Sweeney Todd" Film Named Winners

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Posted by: Edward -
January 14, 2008, 02:32 PM

The Golden Globe awards ceremony, which took place without its usual red carpet glitz and glamor and celebrity appearances due to the ongoing Writer’s Guild strike, was broadcast last night on NBC as a press... MORE

HBP Film

Emma Watson Updates About Filming Slughorn's Party Scene in "Half-Blood Prince"

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Posted by: Sue -
January 10, 2008, 02:48 PM

Actress Emma Watson (Hermione Granger) has updated her website today with a diary entry on filming for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. She writes today was her first scene working with actor Jim Broadbent,... MORE

McCrory Interviews

Helen McCrory to begin Filming Role as Narcissa Malfoy in "Half-Blood Prince"

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Posted by: Sue -
January 08, 2008, 10:59 AM

The Independent has a new feature online today with actress Helen McCrory who mentions very briefly about beginning her work as Narcissa Malfoy in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.... MORE

PotterCast

PotterCast 133: The Bard’s Tale

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Posted by: Edward -
January 08, 2008, 12:55 AM


PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast is here for our first regular show of 2008 including a Jo Outtake of the Week. Sue and John are your hosts this week and are joined by... MORE

HBP Film

MTV Looks Forward to "Half-Blood Prince" in 2008

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Posted by: Sue -
January 07, 2008, 11:28 AM

With the start of the new year come the lists of anticipated films due in the months ahead. MTV has a new article now online regarding the movies they are most looking forward to seeing,... MORE

Home Video / DVD

Blu-Ray Format DVDs Exclusive to WB Releases Starting Mid 2008

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Posted by: Edward -
January 05, 2008, 01:12 PM

Warner Bros. has announced their decision to exclusively release all future High Definition editions of their films in the Blu-ray format DVDs, and no longer produce the HD DVD versions, starting later this year. The... MORE

HBP Film

Fake Half-Blood Prince Poster Circulating

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Posted by: Melissa -
January 04, 2008, 05:52 PM

This poster, which has been circulating online as a real poster for Half-Blood Prince, is fan-made, says WB.

Happy Movie Season!

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OotP Film

"Order of the Phoenix" Film and Actors Top AOL and Yahoo Best of 2007 Lists

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Posted by: Edward -
January 02, 2008, 10:23 PM

Now that 2008 is here, many media outlets continue to look back at 2007. Here is a brief round up of some of the latest in this group of lists:

AOL Moviefone has released the poll... MORE

Watson

Holiday Message from Emma Watson on Official Site

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Posted by: Edward -
December 23, 2007, 08:07 PM

Actress Emma Watson has updated her official website with a new E.M.S. (Emma’s Messaging Service) message for the Christmas holiday. In her newest message, which you can read right here, Emma talks of returning to production... MORE

HBP Film

Cinesite to Begin Production on "Half-Blood Prince" Film in May

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Posted by: Sue -
December 20, 2007, 07:43 PM

Cinesite, a noted visual effects and production house, is set to begin work again on Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince in May, 2008. Cinesite, which has contributed work to all of the Harry Potter films to date, is known... MORE

HBP Film

"Half-Blood Prince" Casting News on McLaggen, Zabini, Romilda Vane and Katie Bell

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Posted by: Sue -
December 19, 2007, 11:45 AM

Additional casting has been announced for characters in the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film. As referenced briefly in the recent PotterCast interview with Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling, the role of would be Gryffindor... MORE

HBP Film

Official WB Description of "Half-Blood Prince" Film

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Posted by: Sue -
December 14, 2007, 07:11 AM

In addition to the first official photo from the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” movie, Warner Bros has also released their official description of the sixth Harry Potter movie as follows:

“Fantasy Adventure.... MORE

HBP Film

First Official Picture from Half-Blood Prince Film

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Posted by: Melissa -
December 13, 2007, 11:58 PM

The first picture of Half-Blood Prince has been released with a WB 2008 preview today. The picture of Dan Radcliffe as Harry Potter also features a glimpse at the Half-Blood Prince’s potions book, and a visual... MORE

HBP Film

New "Half-Blood Prince" Footage on OotP DVD

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Posted by: Sue -
December 11, 2007, 10:16 AM

There is new footage from the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film included on the US Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix DVD. Readers will recall that when the UK saw the release last month,... MORE

News

David Yates on Half-Blood Prince: "the sex, drugs, and rock and roll" of the Potter books."

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Posted by: Sue -
December 11, 2007, 09:05 AM

With the release of the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix DVD today here in North America, MTV has a new article previewing the next Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Several of the... MORE

Watson

In Style Magazine Feature on Emma Watson (Updated)

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December 04, 2007, 09:22 PM

The January 2008 issue of In Style magazine will feature actress Emma Watson. The Daily Mail has a preview of this new article that shows the Hermione Granger actress sporting a fifties style look in... MORE

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Radcliffe, Watson, Grint Forbes Top-Earning Young Superstars

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December 04, 2007, 07:36 AM

Forbes magazine has yet another list, this time of the Top-Earning Young Superstars. Included on this list are the trio of Dan Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, with Dan Radcliffe taking the number one spot... MORE

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"Half-Blood Prince" Filming Updates with Emma Watson, Alan Rickman News

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November 28, 2007, 09:16 AM

Two pieces of news relating to filming for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Emma Watson’s official website has been updated to state the actress will begin filming her role as Hermione Granger on December 18. Also, the MORE

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Rickman, Bonham Carter Talk "Harry Potter" and "Sweeney Todd"

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November 27, 2007, 10:17 AM

While in London recently promoting their new film “Sweeney Todd,” IESB.net reports that actors Alan Rickman and Helena Bonham Carter also mentioned their roles in the Harry Potter films. Actress Helena Bonham Carter states yet again that she... MORE

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No Lourdes in HBP

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November 27, 2007, 09:17 AM

A rumor has cropped up in recent weeks claiming that singer Madonna’s daughter Lourdes had been considered for a part in HBP. This is false, the WB has told TLC. She will not be in the film.

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PotterCast 126: “Fred the Armadillo”

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November 27, 2007, 12:23 AM

PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast is here this week bringing you good tidings and a call for your Holiday filks! In this episode we have for you some new Fan Thoughts in addition to a Bit by Bit,... MORE

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New Contest from Brazil to Visit "Half-Blood Prince" Set

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November 26, 2007, 09:16 PM

A new contest has been announced in Brazil for one lucky winner from that country and a guest to win a trip visit to the “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” set at Leavesden Studios in the... MORE

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Dan, Rupert, and Emma Talk "Half-Blood Prince" and Beyond in New Interviews

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November 25, 2007, 12:41 PM

Canada’s Edmonton Sun Newspaper has two new interviews online where they sit down with Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Emma Watson (Hermione Granger), and Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), along with “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” director David Yates and its... MORE

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New Contest for UK Residents to Win Part in "Half-Blood Prince"

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November 22, 2007, 04:55 PM

Warner Bros has launched a new contest for residents of the United Kingdom to win a walk on part in the upcoming "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" film. Part of a special feature on MSN... MORE

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Rumor Alert: Madonna's Daughter a Half-Blood Princess?

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November 20, 2007, 11:33 PM

Despite the formal press release earlier this week from Warner Bros stating that casting is now complete for the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film, UK tabloid The Sun has a new article online tonight... MORE

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PotterCast 125: "Conference Call"

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November 19, 2007, 11:26 PM

Fan conferences are the talk around town in this week’s PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast. In our 125th episode, Sue and John chat with Becky from the organizers of Portus, the fan conference in Dallas,... MORE

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New Report Online from Location Filming for "Half-Blood Prince" (Updated)

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November 18, 2007, 12:08 PM

There is a new report online today from location filming for the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” film. Crews were due to film this weekend at a train station in a town outside... MORE

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WB Revamps "Order of the Phoenix" Website

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November 17, 2007, 12:19 PM

Warner Brothers has given the official US “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” website a complete makeover today. The site is now revamped to highlight the OotP DVD, with a special... MORE

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"Half-Blood Prince" Location Filming Continues in the UK

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November 16, 2007, 01:14 PM

Filming for the sixth film, “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,” is continuing this weekend in Surbiton, a suburban area near London, England. The Wandsworth Guardian is reporting crews are preparing to film scenes at a local train... MORE

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Casting Now Complete for "Half-Blood Prince"

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November 16, 2007, 07:00 AM

The names of two actors who will portray a younger Lord Voldemort in the upcoming "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" film have now been revealed. Newsround is reporting that Hero Fiennes Tiffin (age 9 and nephew of... MORE

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Contest to Visit Set of "Half-Blood Prince" For FaceBook Users

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November 15, 2007, 07:13 PM

Warner Brothers has now launched a new contest to win a visit to the set of "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" via... MORE

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Jessie Cave to Play Lavender Brown

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November 13, 2007, 01:04 PM

CBBC Newsround has a follow up on the news from yesterday regarding the actress to play Lavender Brown in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Readers will remember Rupert Grint mentioned a girl named... MORE

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"Half-Blood Prince" Sneak Peek Revealed; First Look at the Orphanage, New Quidditch Uniforms and More

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November 12, 2007, 04:13 PM

Wasting no time, fans have now uploaded both clips of the “Harry and the Half-Blood Prince” sneak peek online, and these videos contain many new glimpses of things to be seen in the upcoming sixth Harry Potter film. Shown are... MORE

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Trio Talks "Half-Blood Prince" Movie; Name of Lavender Brown Actress Revealed

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November 12, 2007, 05:38 AM

CBBC Newsround has posted a new interview conducted with the Trio of Dan Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson where they discuss filming on the upcoming "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince." In this new interview (video at... MORE

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Update on "Half-Blood Prince" Sneak Peek

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November 10, 2007, 07:06 PM

As TLC has reported several times previously, there is to be a link to a special sneak peek at the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film included with the Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix DVD.... MORE

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"Half-Blood Prince" Casting News: Helen McCrory will Play Narcissa Malfoy

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November 09, 2007, 08:26 AM

Good news this morning as CBBC Newsround can confirm some casting news for the upcoming "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" film. Actress Helen McCrory will play the part of Narcissa Malfoy, the wife of... MORE

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Video Interview of Trio, David Yates on Dumbledore Revelation

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November 07, 2007, 05:16 PM

ITN now has a feature online that contains a new video interview with actors Dan Radcliffe (Harry), Rupert Grint (Ron), Emma Watson (Hermione) and director David Yates giving their reactions to the news about the character of Dumbledore being gay.... MORE

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New Article Online from 'OotP' DVD Launch in the UK

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November 07, 2007, 02:00 PM

A new article is online from Spanish language network Noticieros Televisa, who was in attendance at the “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” UK DVD launch that took place in London, England this past weekend.... MORE

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First Look at "Half-Blood Prince" Due with UK OotP DVD November 12

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November 07, 2007, 10:11 AM

As reported many times previously, the UK is set to see the release of the "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" DVD in a few days on November 12. This is Nottingham has a preview article today... MORE

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PotterCast 124: We Miss Melvin Already

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November 05, 2007, 01:37 AM

This week, the 124th episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, is back to its regular format with the latest in Harry Potter for your listening pleasure. In this episode, the PotterCasters theorize on the Dursleys in... MORE

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Video of Dan Radcliffe on Parkinson Program Now Online

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November 04, 2007, 11:53 AM

As we first told you, actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) appeared on the UK chat show Parkinson this weekend to promote his latest film, “My Boy Jack.” We now have video of Dan’s appearance to... MORE

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Radcliffe on HBP : Gambon "Camping it Up"

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November 03, 2007, 12:18 PM

Previously we reported that actor Dan Radcliffe would be a guest on the UK television program "Parkinson" this weekend. That interview was taped earlier this week, and now reports such as one from the Mirror newspaper in the... MORE

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Natalia Tena to Return as Tonks for "Half-Blood Prince"

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October 31, 2007, 07:14 AM

While there has not yet been an official press release from Warner Brothers regarding the cast of the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film which is already in production, there is word today of another actor returning to the... MORE

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Dan Radcliffe Film "My Boy Jack" to Air November 11 on ITV1

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October 30, 2007, 02:16 PM

“My Boy Jack,” the new television movie starring actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter), is scheduled to have its first broadcast November 11th, from 9pm – 11pm (local time) on UK television channel ITV1. The film, as we’ve told... MORE

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"Half-Blood Prince" Casting for Continues in Gloucester; Filming Possibly Next February

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October 30, 2007, 12:20 PM

The casting of extras to be used in background scenes for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film continues this week in Gloucester, England. Previously we told you crews from Warner Brothers would be returning to MORE

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PotterCast 123: This One Was Supposed to be Easy!

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October 29, 2007, 10:35 PM

PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast is here this week with more mailbag than ever before! We have gotten a bit of mail over the past week on certain subjects and our own Kristin Brown is back with... MORE

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It's Hagrid's Hut, "Half-Blood Prince" Style

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October 28, 2007, 10:07 AM

The first photos of Hagrid’s Hut being rebuilt yet again, this time for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince movie, are now online. To see the photos, click here.

Thanks to Ryan, UHP and all... MORE

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Apparate! More from Location Filming for "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" (Updated)

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October 27, 2007, 09:38 AM

Continuing our series of reports from location filming for the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,” we have two more reports from dedicated readers Bobbie and Lizzie. Both were in the village of Lacock, Wiltshire, England... MORE

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Updated: New "Half-Blood Prince" Location Filming Photos From Lacock, Including "The Babberton Arms" Sign

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October 26, 2007, 02:42 PM

Night two of filming on location for the upcoming “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” continues in the village of Lacock, Wiltshire, England. TLC reader Lizzie sent in some additional photos from the scene, including one... MORE

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Dan Radcliffe, Michael Gambon Film Scenes in Lacock Tonight for "Half-Blood Prince" (Updated)

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October 25, 2007, 05:48 PM

UPDATE: WE have a second report now from TLC reader Ettie who confirms that filming tonight was indeed of the scene at Slughorn’s home in “Budleigh Babberton,” where Dumbledore (Michael Gambon) and Harry (Dan Radcliffe) persuade the former... MORE