Harry Potter News

Harry Potter illustrator, Mary GrandPré, to Deliver Speech on Illustration

Nov 19, 2015

Posted by: Alysha McLeod

GrandPre, News

Mary GrandPré, the artist who illustrated the Scholastic editions of the Harry Potter series, will speak at an event this Saturday, November 21 at Bloomingdale Regional Public Library in Velrico, Florida, tbo.com reports. The talk will be beneficial for anyone who wants to learn about the illustration of books, as well as the working relationship between …read more!

The 10th Anniversary of the “Goblet of Fire” Film

Nov 18, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Films, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Movies, Newell, News

On November 18, 2005, mere months after the second-to-last Harry Potter book (Half-Blood Prince) was published and the end seemed to be drawing to scarily near, Warner Bros brought us back a few steps with the release of their adaption of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. They really did take us back a …read more!

New Daniel Radcliffe Interview with “We Got This Covered”

Nov 18, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Movies, News, Radcliffe

Daniel Radcliffe has been promoting his new film, Victor Frankenstein, by making a lot of appearances on shows, podcasts, and in interviews with many news sources. Dan recently sat down for an exclusive interview with We Got This Covered. In the interview, Dan discussed his character, Igor, working with James McAvoy, and filming in Scotland. Excerpts of the …read more!

Dan Radcliffe in “Now You See Me 2” Trailer

Nov 18, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Movies, News, Radcliffe

There were many blockbuster movie trailers that were released this week, including the premiere trailer for Now You See Me 2. Daniel Radcliffe becomes the man in charge of the original cast of the Housemen heist group (except Isla Fisher, who isn’t returning for the sequel). Dan makes his debut appearance in the very end of …read more!

In Light of Recent Events: A Message for Paris & Other Suffering Nations

Nov 16, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Events, Misc, News

In light of recent events, Leaky would like to share a message in solidarity with The Harry Potter Alliance‘s beautiful Facebook post, and in honour of all victims of violence and injustice in Paris, and worldwide. We remind those who are losing faith to stay strong and spread love and peace in these difficult times. From Paris …read more!

‘The Artifact Vault’ Available for Pre-order!

Nov 16, 2015

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Books, Companion Books, News

The latest instalment in Jody Revenson’s Harry Potter collection – The Artifact Vault – is now available to preorder. Jody Revenson wrote the companion books Harry Potter: The Creature Vault (released October 2014), Harry Potter: The Character Vault (released October 2015) and Harry Potter: Magical Places from the Films (set to release 12th December 2015). Revenson also contributed to the excellent New York …read more!

Matt Lewis’s New Film Coming Sooner than Expected

Nov 15, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Lewis, News

Matt Lewis (our beloved Neville Longbottom) will be featured in a new chick flick (romantic drama), Me Before You, based off the novel by Jojo Moyes. The film was expected to be released as a summer film, on June 3. However, Warber Bros. and MGM recently pushed up the release to a spring date, March …read more!

Ron Perlman “I am the Donald Trump of Acting” in “Fantastic Beasts”

Nov 15, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Fantastic Beasts, News

Ron Perlman, who has been cast in Fantastic Beasts, commented on his role in the Potter-based film at the Rhode Island Comic Con last week. As true to his person, Perlman was very witty and sarcastic with his responses to the questions that were asked of him. One of those responses included more details about …read more!

Deluxe Illustrated Edition Signed by JKR and Jim Kay to be Auctioned for Charity

Nov 14, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

Books, Charity, J.K. Rowling, Jim Kay, News

UPDATE: Sotheby’s released a statement for the auction that includes pictures of book that will be auctioned. A deluxe illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, written by J.K. Rowling and illustrated by Jim Kay, will be auctioned off to benefit charity. The auction is intended to take place on December 17, at Sotheby’s …read more!

Daniel Radcliffe Receives a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Nov 13, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

News, Radcliffe

Yesterday, on November 12, now officially “Daniel Radcliffe Day” in Hollywood, Daniel Radcliffe received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Though he has moved on to a create a diverse acting portfolio for himself, with a variety of roles on screen and on stage, Radcliffe will always be tied to his role as …read more!



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