EA, the makers of the Harry Potter video games, has announced that a new version of one of the games is coming for the new Nintendo Wii. The distinct thing about this platform is apparently the new controller, which is a “motion-detecting controller that lets players simulate swinging a bat, a golf club or a …read more!

Leaky and PotterCast present the second fan DVD commentary track! This time, the PotterCast trio meets Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, where Dobby is very freeeee. First things first, some housekeeping: -Time is running out to vote for PotterCast in the Podcast Awards; nominations end on Saturday. Please nominate PC in the “People’s …read more!

Director M. Night Shyamalan would treat J.K. Rowling’s source material as “sacred,” he told PotterCast earlier today. “I would be the greatest protector of an author’s stuff,” he said when asked how much liberty he’d take with Harry Potter plot and theme. The director, who is doing press for his new fantasy film, Lady in …read more!

On Sunday, James and Oliver Phelps participated in Warren Clarke’s “Open Doors” Celebrity Golf Day. This event raises funds and awareness for Sign, an organization that provides “supported living, advocacy, outreach and training activities for any deaf person in need of emotional support.” Thanks to HPANA, you can see photos of the twins on the …read more!

We have been getting many emails about this fan made video making the rounds on youtube, showing what is supposed to be Kreacher from OotP. This video, which is neither official nor from OotP, was made a few years ago by an artist named Julian Johnson-Mortimer who said he made this on his own. Christa: …read more!

The new movie starring actor Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) and Julie Walters (Molly Weasley) will be featured at the Edinburgh International Film Festival held next month in Scotland. The Scotsman reports that Rupert’s new film, Driving Lessons, will be one of the highlights of the British Gala series. We do not know if Rupert will …read more!

The Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire DVD won three awards yesterday at ceremonies held in Las Vegas. At the Home Entertainment Awards, Goblet of Fire was recognised as having “DVD Extras of the Year From a Major Studio” for the two disc set/special edition of the film. GoF was also named “Sell-Through Title …read more!

Update: This clip will be shown on Friday, July 21. Yesterday, we told you about a report that said in addition to the previously announced taped message, a clip from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix would be previewed at Comic-Con next week in San Diego. WB has now confirmed to Leaky that …read more!

Driving Lessons, starring Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) and Julie Walters (Mrs. Weasley), has been granted a limited release starting Oct. 13 via Sony Pictures Classics. This means it will be in select cities/venues; we’ll update with more info whenever it comes. See pictures of this film here in the gallery. Much thanks to Ed for …read more!

Last week, author J.K. Rowling received her honorary Doctorate of Laws from The University of Aberdeen, and their press release on this includes a new photo, here. Also, Dissendium now has video up of Jo answering reporters questions after the ceremony. To watch, click here (and don’t forget, right click, save as). Thanks Kimmy and …read more!