Harry Potter News

Katherine Waterston’s ‘Alien: Covenant’ Plot Spoilers and Theories!

Apr 08, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Movies, News, Waterston

The Alien franchise has amassed an ardent following over the years, and fans hail it as one of the greats of the sci-fi thriller genre. So when director Ridley Scott announced his plans to return to the series, this time exploring the origins of the terrifying alien species, fans were ecstatic. Now, following the 2012 …read more!

‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Cast News, Trailers, and Events Galore!

Apr 07, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Charity, Depp, Enoch, Events, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Felton, Films, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Honors/Awards, HP Cast, Lewis, Miller, Movies, News, Pattinson, Television Programmes, Tennant, Trailers, Waterston, Watson

As a fandom, we’ve been gifted with truly incredible acting talent in the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series, and there’s a lot of news to cover this week regarding their exciting upcoming projects and other ventures. From casting news to promotional trailers, clips, and posters to interviews, Leaky has it all here! First off, BBC …read more!

‘Fantastic Beasts’ Tops DVD Sales and Rumors Could Mean Big Things for Potter Fans

Apr 06, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

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This week is full of big news for Potter fans. Not only did Fantastic Beasts have a successful first week after it’s  DVD/Blu-ray release, but we’ve also heard some new rumors that could mean a new Harry Potter game as well as some upgrades for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Even though it was only released on Wednesday …read more!

‘Cursed Child’ Producer & Playwright Pre-Olivier Awards Excitement!

Apr 06, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, News, Sonia Friedman

Sonia Friedman, Jack Thorne, John Tiffany, J.K. Rowling and team have made an absolutely astounding production in Cursed Child, and their achievements have not gone unnoticed. The play is up for a record-breaking 11 Olivier Awards at this Sunday’s ceremony. Producer Sonia  Friedman is the woman who made Cursed Child (and a huge number of other stage productions) happen, …read more!

Catching Up With Gary Oldman

Apr 05, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Honors/Awards, HP Cast, Interviews, Miller, Movies, News, Oldman, Oldman Interviews, Thewlis

Gary Oldman is best known to Harry Potter fans as the enigmatic Sirius Black, godfather of Harry Potter. He’s an interesting, conflicted character–clearly affected by his long stint in Azkaban and itching for the opportunity to openly rejoin the Order of the Phoenix. He operates a bit off the cuff and with an emotionally-frayed edge so that he …read more!

J.K. Rowling Tweets Monday Motivation for Aspiring Authors

Apr 04, 2017

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Cormoran Strike series/Robert Galbraith, J.K. Rowling, News

Never shy about expressing her personal and political views on Twitter—and occasionally throwing a bone to us fans with a new Harry Potter revelation—J.K. Rowling has been Tweeting prolifically today in response to a Tweet from a writer urging anyone working on a creative endeavour to finish it even if they are not certain of attracting …read more!

British Library ‘A History of Magic’ Exhibition Tickets on Sale TOMORROW!

Apr 02, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Books, Events, J.K. Rowling, News, Pottermore

Tickets to Harry Potter: A History of Magic go on sale tomorrow, which will give access to unseen material from J.K. Rowling’s very own archives to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. The event – previously reported on by Leaky in December – will be held at the British Library and hosted in collaboration …read more!

Emma Watson Round Up!

Apr 01, 2017

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

Media, Videos, Watson, Watson Interviews

Emma Watson is nearing the end of promotion for Beauty and the Beast, and has managed to continue to contribute to her feminist book club (Our Shared Shelf) whilst on the road – she’s certainly an inspiration! Catch up with her whereabouts below: The other day TeenVogue.com reported on the sustainability of Emma Watson’s costumes in Beauty and the Beast. Emma’s …read more!

Happy Birthday, Fred and George Weasley!

Apr 01, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Character Birthdays, Films, 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, Movies, News

It’s no joke, Potter fans, today we celebrate the birthdays of two of Rowling’s most unforgettable characters, our favorite twins, Fred and George Weasley! Rather than take a risk with skiving snackboxes, puking pastilles, or any of the other questionable and possibly explosive treats offered by Weasley’s Wizard Wheezes, we’re opting for a trip down …read more!

‘Fantastic Beasts’: Colin Farrell and Ezra Miller on Graves & Credence

Mar 31, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Farrell, Fiennes, Interviews, Miller, News

Whilst stars of Fantastic Beasts continue in their acting careers awaiting the start of filming  for the next movie, Ezra Miller and Colin Farrell each discussed their roles as Credence Barebone and Percival Graves, respectively, in recent interviews. Ezra has been busy working on Justice League in his role as The Flash (portrayed by Grant Gustin in …read more!



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