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The Hogwarts Express Saves the Day

Oct 17, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Fun, Info, Misc, Movies, News, Warner Bros.

This may sound like a missing chapter from one of the Harry Potter books or perhaps a line of fan fiction, but it looks as though our favorite wizarding “school bus” recently made a real-world rescue. Jon and Helen Cluett and their four children, ages 6 to 12, were camping in the Scottish Highlands where …read more!

The Yule Ball Comes to ‘Hogwarts in the Snow’ at the WB Studio Tour London!

Oct 17, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Films, Fun, News, Props-Sets, Studio Tour, Theme Park, Warner Bros., Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood, WIzarding World of Harry Potter Orlando

The popular “Hogwarts in the Snow” exhibit returns to the WB Studio Tour London this holiday season. Sets from the Harry Potter films will be transfigured into a magical winter wonderland from Nov. 18 to Jan. 28–with one new twist! For the first time, the Great Hall stage will be prepped for the Yule Ball …read more!

Friday the 13th: Superstition in the Wizarding World

Oct 13, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Books, Companion Books, Fun, Info, J.K. Rowling, JKRowling.com, Misc, News, Tales of Beedle the Bard

It’s Friday the 13th today, but rather than fret about the associated superstition of bad luck, we’re exploring the history of the superstition behind Friday the 13th, and examples of superstitions in Harry Potter. A History of Superstition: Friday the 13th Superstition surrounding Friday the 13th is thought to be rooted in ancient history, stemming from stories such as …read more!

Warner Bros to Add Plush Toys to Their Wizarding World Collection

Oct 10, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Fun, Misc, News, Products, Sales, Toys, Warner Bros., WB Shop

Good news for fans wanting to add some plush to their Potter collections. Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) is partnering with Maxx Marketing, a global licensing and merchandising solutions provider to create “plush and soft body dolls” for the studio’s portfolio of brands including J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World. In addition to the Harry Potter franchise, Maxx, …read more!

Alex and Ani Releases New Harry Potter Collection

Oct 08, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Fans, Fun, Products, Warner Bros.

If anyone thought Harry Potter themed merchandise would become less popular after the last books and movies were released, they were definitely mistaken. It seems like everyday a new company is bringing us more must have items to add to our collections! A few weeks ago we brought you news of a new line of …read more!

What Muggle Sports Would Hogwarts Students Play?

Sep 25, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Fun, Humor, News, Opinion

One of the biggest issues I have with the wizarding world is its apparent lack of sports. The only sport ever mentioned is Quidditch, bar wizard chess. Don’t get me wrong, Quidditch is awesome, and I personally would definitely be trying out for the school team. But say you’re a witch or wizard who just …read more!

Want to Work Closer to the Magic of ‘Harry Potter’? Warner Bros. London Studio Tour is Now Hiring!

Sep 23, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Fandom, Fans, Fun, Info, Interactive, Misc, News, Props-Sets, Warner Bros.

If you aren’t satisfied with Harry Potter being just a life passion, you can now turn it into a career as well! Warner Bros. The Making of Harry Potter Studio Tour is currently looking to hire a few muggles for multiple different positions. They currently have four jobs listed for the Studio Tour in Leavesden …read more!

Expecto Patronum! ‘Harry Potter’ Stars Take Pottermore’s Quiz

Sep 22, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Davis, Exclusives, Fan Sites, Fandom, Fans, Felton, Fun, HP Cast, Interactive, J.K. Rowling, Lewis, News, Pottermore

On Friday, Pottermore celebrated the one-year anniversary of its Patronus Quiz, beckoning muggles from across the fandom back into the wizarding world with a personalized glimpse of their magical abilities. In honor of the occasion, Pottermore released videos of three Harry Potter stars taking the quiz. Tom Felton, Slytherin Draco Malfoy, Matthew Lewis, Gryffindor Neville Longbottom, and Warwick …read more!

New Funko Potter Exclusives for New York Comic Con

Sep 21, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Depp, Exclusives, Fantastic Beasts, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Lynch, Misc, News, Products, Sales, Toys

Licensed collectible company Funko has conjured a new round of Potter Pop!s just in time for the upcoming New York Comic Con. Let’s take a look at this trio of mini wizards headed to the Big Apple… First up is the quirky but adorable Luna Lovegood Funko Rock Candy in her full Gryffindor regalia.  As …read more!

Bring Hogwarts Home to You with the New PBteen Collection

Sep 15, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Fans, Fun, News, Products

The new Harry Potter Collection from PBteen is now available for pre-order online! The collection features over 100 items of household décor that will help you transform your house into Hogwarts. PBteen, a member of the Williams-Sonoma Inc. partnered with Warner Bros Consumer Products to create an incredible collection of home décor completely inspired by the magic …read more!



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