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UPDATED: New Lumos Campaign Offers Chance to Attend Global ‘Crimes of Grindelwald’ Premieres!

Jun 08, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Charity, Contests, Events, Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Fun, J.K. Rowling, Lumos, Movies, News, Potter News, Warner Bros.

Today, J.K. Rowling’s international charity, Lumos, announced its biggest campaign and competition to date! Winning donors will attend the Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald premiere in New York, Paris or London–and meet the enchanting Warner Bros. cast. Would you like to attend a red carpet premiere of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald? Three …read more!

Bloomsbury Celebrates ‘Chamber of Secrets’ 20th Anniversary with House Champion Contest!

Jun 05, 2018

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Bloomsbury, Books, Contests, Fans, Fun, Fun - Contests, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Misc, Paperbacks, Publishers

Bloomsbury Publishing posted on their Instagram about their House Champion contest, calling fans to celebrate the greatness of their Hogwarts house to mark the 20th anniversary of the original release of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. They are asking fans to post their favourite photo that shows why you should be dubbed the ‘ultimate House …read more!

Newt’s Case of Fantastic Bricks on the Way from LEGO

Jun 05, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Fan Sites, Fantastic Beasts, Fun, Products, Sales, Toys

The news from LEGO for Wizarding World fans just keeps getting more magical! Over the past few months Leaky has reported on new Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts sets anticipated later this summer from the iconic toy company, as well as an entire new mini-site dedicated to Wizarding World themed brick-building. Last winter we learned …read more!

USAopoly Announces Two New Wizarding World Board Games!

Jun 04, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Books, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Films, Fun, Games, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, Misc, Movies, News, Potter News, Products

Most Potter fans are up for a little friendly competition now and then, especially where our knowledge of the wizarding world and the Harry Potter series is concerned and, for those who love board games, there are more options available than ever before. In fact, USAopoly announced two new products are coming soon, and they …read more!

Test Your Magical IQ at Warner Bros Harry Potter Quiz Night

May 29, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Events, Fans, Fun, Games, News, Studio Tour

If you’re a wizard with Harry Potter trivia, and have been waiting for the perfect time to tap into your magical memory, Warner Bros Studio Tour London has a night for you! This summer you’ll be able to test your knowledge of the Wizarding World at Harry Potter Quiz Night in Hogwarts Great Hall. After …read more!

More Magic Coming This Summer to the Wizarding World Hollywood

May 25, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Fun, Products, Sales, Theme Park, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood

Some magical additions are coming to Universal Hollywood’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter this summer as well as the return of a fan favorite event. Beginning in June, visitors to the California park will be able to enjoy added menu and apparel items, two new wand spells and once again experience The Nighttime Lights at …read more!

Theater Round-Up: Interviews with Anthony Boyle, Noma Dumezweni, Sam Clemmett and Jamie Parker!

May 21, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Anthony Boyle, Broadway, Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, Fun, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, News, Noma Dumezweni, Producers, Round-Up, Sam Clemmett, SetReports, Sonia Friedman, Television Programmes, Theater, Theater Round-Up, Watson, West End

Theater news this week is heavy on the personal interviews with Harry Potter and the Cursed Child cast members but, given the still-recent transfer from London’s West End to Broadway and its 10 Tony nominations, we’re not at all surprised. In fact, the production seems indisputably charmed, and the cast themselves are equally charming. Enjoy …read more!

‘Harry Potter’ Films Take the Floo to New Networks Syfy and USA!

May 19, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Home Video / DVD, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News, Potter News, Television Programmes

UPDATE: All eight Harry Potter films will begin airing on their new network homes, Syfy and USA, July 13, kicking off with a marathon over the weekend. Fans can start from the very beginning with Sorcerer’s Stone at 8pm ET through Deathly Hallows Part 1 and 2 airing Sunday, July 15 at 5:15p ET. An …read more!

All New Harry Potter LEGO Sets Revealed

May 16, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Fantastic Beasts, Fun, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, News, Products, Sales, Toys

LEGO fans, it’s time to create some new Harry Potter magic! Earlier today Entertainment Weekly revealed exclusive photos of three new sets on their way from the brick company and we can’t wait to share them with you. The sets appear to be taken from scenes in the first three installments of the series, two …read more!

New Potter Fun from Funko

May 15, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Fans, Fun, Misc, News, Products, Sales, Toys

Funko has some all-new magic in store this summer, Potter fans! Yesterday the licensed collectible giant revealed new Potter Pop!s, Mystery Minis and a cute little Ron/Hermione Vynl duo that is a must-have for your Harry Potter collection. The Vynls, as well as some marvelous Minis new to Funko including Argus Filch with Mrs. Norris, …read more!



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