Harry Potter News

Meet Newt Scamander and The Bowtruckle in New Fantastic Beasts Teaser!

Jun 24, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Exclusives, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Film Images, Films, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, JKR Interviews, Movies, News, Pottermore, Redmayne

Yesterday, the Fantastic Beasts Twitter page released an exclusive introduction to the protagonist of the newest film to be set in the wizarding world: Newt Scamander. There are some exclusive new clips in this video, so be sure to watch it below! A new hero for a new era of the Wizarding World. Meet Newt Scamander. #FantasticBeastshttps://t.co/Yi5Ko4VPiy — Fantastic Beasts …read more!

Watch the Exclusive ‘Fantastic Beasts’ VidCon Event Here!

Jun 24, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Events, Fan Events, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Interviews, Movies, News, Warner Bros.

A team of worldwide creators set to market Fantastic Beasts over the coming months was introduced this week at VidCon. As this is one of the biggest fan conventions based around the power of online video, (originally conceived by YouTube’s Vlogbrothers, Hank and John Green), it was only fitting that Youtubers led the panel and the new marketing strategy! The event starts …read more!

Warner Bros. Showcases Fantastic Beasts Merchandise, Establishes Potter Production Team

Jun 24, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Movies, News, Pottermore, Products, Theme Park, Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. were present at Licensing Expo 2016 in Vegas, with exclusive merchandise from Fantastic Beasts and a statement on further projects: “As we head into Licensing Expo 2016 and look to the year ahead, we’re focused on forging new and innovative partnerships with premiere licensees and retailers, continuing to build strong franchises, and delivering …read more!

Wizarding World Employee Luis Vielma Honored with Custom POP! Vinyl Figure

Jun 22, 2016

Posted by: Sammie

Fandom, Fans, J.K. Rowling

A fellow Potter fan recently created a custom POP! Vinyl Figure in honor of Luis Vielma, a victim of the Pulse nightclub shooting and former employee at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Orlando. The figurine is shown below, courtesy of Mugglenet.   The fan behind this creation–Brandon Anderson of Colorado Springs, Colorado–took advantage …read more!

Daniel Radcliffe Shares His Donald Trump Story & Talks about His New Play “Privacy”

Jun 22, 2016

Posted by: Milka Väinämö

Actor Interviews, HP Cast, Interviews, News, Radcliffe, Radcliffe Interviews

Daniel Radcliffe shared his story of meeting Donald Trump on the Late Night With Seth Meyers before talking about his new off-Broadway play Privacy.  Radcliffe tells that he met Trump while visiting New York City for the first time as an 11-year-old for an appearance on the Today Show. According to Radcliffe he was marched over to …read more!

Emma Watson Stars in a New Clip from “The Colony”

Jun 22, 2016

Posted by: Milka Väinämö

News, Watson

Yahoo Movies UK has released an exclusive clip from Emma Watson’s upcoming thriller The Colony (also known as Colonia). The Colony, which will be in cinemas and on demand on 1st of July is directed by Florian Gallenberger. The film is based on the true story of the Colonia Dignidad, which was a sect and an agricultural commune …read more!

Fantastic Beasts Release New Poster and VidCon Teaser!

Jun 20, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Conventions, Events, Fan Events, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, J.K. Rowling, News, Warner Bros.

Fantastic Beasts will be in attendance at VidCon this year – one of the biggest fan conventions based around the power of online video, originally conceived by YouTube’s Vlogbrothers, Hank and John Green. In the run up to the convention, the film’s Facebook page released a brand new poster, featuring Newt Scamander, and a message teasing at something FANTASTIC set …read more!

Noma Dumezweni on Racism and Playing Hermione

Jun 20, 2016

Posted by: Sammie

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, News

Since the announcement of the casting choices for the trio in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, there has been much discussion surrounding the casting of Noma Dumezweni as Hermione. Many fans have welcomed Dumezweni with open arms, but some have been very vocal in their disappointment with the choice to cast a woman of color in a …read more!

Palace Theatre to Get the Full Hogwarts Makeover!

Jun 20, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, News

Palace Theatre may already look dressed to the nines in Cursed Child decor, but, after reservations on the part of Westminster Council, plans have been approved for the Cursed Child Theatre to hang Hogwarts’ house banners out front.   The Stage reports that Westminster Council were concerned about house banners compromising the appearance of the area: “As previously reported by The …read more!

Michael Gambon Responds To Those Upset About A Black Hermione

Jun 17, 2016

Posted by: Storie Chastain

Actor Interviews, Gambon, Gambon Interviews, News

Throughout the books, Hermione was described to have big, bushy hair, large front teeth, and brown eyes. Those seem to be the only specific descriptions of her physical looks that we see. Her skin color was never specified. So, for those who read the books, she appeared differently in every mind. For 10 years, Hermione …read more!



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