Harry Potter News

UPDATE: “Our Shared Shelf,” Naming Emma Watson’s Book Club

Jan 06, 2016

Posted by: Katie Eller

Books, Education, Fun, Watson

UPDATE: Emma Watson has chosen the name for her new “feminist bookclub.” She scanned through fans’ suggestions and settled on “Our Shared Shelf.” She promised more details of what this mysterious book club entails will be coming soon!   I've decided to go with 'Our Shared Shelf'. @emilyfabb – I absolutely loved this. Thank you, …read more!

A Harry Potter Yule Ball Party!

Jan 05, 2016

Posted by: Alysha McLeod

Fandom, Fun

Members of the Leaky community sometimes ask us if we have any tips for throwing a Harry Potter party. Since I recently had one with some family and friends, I thought I’d share a few photos and ideas! The second annual Harry Potter Book Night is Thursday, February 4th, if you’d like a reason to …read more!

Pottermore’s Day-in-the-Life of “Fantastic Beasts” Extra

Jan 05, 2016

Posted by: Catherine

Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Movies, News

Pottermore started off the new year by giving fans a little extra from the set of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Of course, as the cast and crew and anyone who steps foot on set is still bound to silence in an unbreakable vow, it was only a little extra. However, being the Potter …read more!

Harry Potter Events Calendar 2016

Jan 01, 2016

Posted by: Katie Eller

Events, Fandom, Info, Misc, News, Potter News

Happy new year!  There’s much to anticipate in the Potterverse for 2016, from a new theme park at Universal Studios Hollywood to J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and Cursed Child and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.  To help prepare for all of the biggest Harry Potter events, here is a look ahead to what is …read more!

What Emma Watson Reads

Dec 29, 2015

Posted by: Katie Eller

Books, Fun, Misc, News, Watson

It’s no surprise to anyone that the highly educated Emma Watson loves a good book.   She has touted several favorites in interviews and on social media pages in the last few years. This month, Harper’s Bazaar published a list of Emma Watson’s recommendations.  It was originally compiled by Hello Giggles, with Harper’s Bazaar adding a …read more!

Daniel Radcliffe says he loves to film fight scenes

Dec 29, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

News, Radcliffe, Radcliffe Interviews

According to The Mirror, Radcliffe is “really good” at falling over and acting as though he is being attacked: “If I joined the circus, undoubtedly I’d be the fall guy in the clown routine,” he said. “I’m really good at falling over and taking hits and, perversely, I enjoy it.” He reportedly said that being the victim of …read more!

New Promo Photo for ‘Fantastic Beasts’

Dec 29, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Fantastic Beasts Movie, Film Images, Heyman, Movies, News, Posters, Producers, Redmayne

Empire have just released a brand new promo photo of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) in New York (below), from the set of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them! The February issue of Empire Magazine will feature this promo photo, and Producer David Heyman will be releasing more information about the film in the next issue …read more!

J.K. Rowling Honors comedian Peter Kay

Dec 28, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

J.K. Rowling, News

J.K. Rowling appeared in the BBC documentary Peter Kay: 20 Years of Funny to pay tribute to comedian and friend Peter Kay. The documentary aired on Christmas Eve. The synopsis is as follows: Documentary looking at the career to date of Peter Kay. Intercut with clips from Peter’s television shows and stand-up tours, the programme charts Peter’s life …read more!

Film Poster Released for Daniel Radcliffe’s “Imperium”

Dec 28, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Radcliffe

Sculptor Media released the first poster for the FBI thriller Imperium – starring Daniel Radcliffe  – yesterday, which you can see below.   The synopsis is as follows: “Radcliffe will star as a young FBI agent who goes undercover to find and stop white supremacists trying to make a dirty bomb. It’s based on the experiences of …read more!

Rupert Grint’s “Moonwalkers” Coming to Netflix

Dec 28, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Grint

On January 15th 2016, Netflix will be releasing Moonwalkers – featuring Rupert Grint (Harry Potter) and Ron Perlman (Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them) – as part of their January releases: the same day as the limited theatrical release of the film. The film was released November 14th in Japan. IMDB has posted the following synopsis: After failing to …read more!



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