Harry Potter News

New Wizarding World Images; Ford Anglia in the Park?

Feb 11, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Fans

Orlando United has a few new images online from the Universal Orlando Resort where the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park is under constriction. Of interest in these new photos, available to view right here, is what appears to be a replica of the Ford Anglia vehicle seen in the Harry Potter films. The …read more!

PotterCast 215: Doodle on the Bed

Feb 11, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

PotterCast

Our 215th episode of PotterCast, our Harry Potter podcast, has now been released for your listening pleasure. This week, the show kicks off with news on the many awards for the “Half-Blood Prince” film, WWoHP job search, Alexandre Desplat composing “Deathly Hallows: Part One,” and an award for actor Michael Gambon (Dumbledore). Next, Bit by …read more!

Order of the Phoenix to Premiere on ABC Family February 27

Feb 10, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

OotP Film

Cable network ABC Family is set to premiere “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” film Saturday, February 27th at 8PM EST as their “ABC Saturday Movie of the Week.” A press release from the cable network notes that the premiere presentation will be broadcast in “HDTV format with 5.1-channel surround sound and Spanish …read more!

Harry Potter Video Game from EA Due Fall 2010?

Feb 10, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Video Games

In quarterly financial filings released, EA, makers of the Harry Potter video games, have noted in their upcoming releases listing a “Harry Potter Title TBA” is slated for release on console, handheld, and PC systems. In a press release from the Electronic Arts company, the title is listed for release in the third quarter of …read more!

9th April Confirmed “Wild Target” Release Date

Feb 10, 2010

Posted by: John Admin

Grint

Thanks to our Order Partner, RupertGrint.net, we can confirm that the film “Wild Target” will be released nationwide in the U.K. on the 9th of April. The film stars Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) as Tony, the young apprentice of a middle-aged assassin, alongside Bill Nighy (Rufus Scrimgeour) and Emily Blunt (“The Young Victoria,” “The Devil …read more!

Chris Columbus Talks Harry Potter Comparisons to “Percy Jackson” Film in New Interview

Feb 10, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Columbus

Chris Columbus, director of the first two Harry Potter films, has given an interview to ScreenStar in which he discusses the comparisons between the Harry Potter films and his newest fantasy venture, Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief. The interview, which can be read in its entirety here, poses the question if Mr. …read more!

Happy Birthday, Ciaran Hinds

Feb 10, 2010

Posted by: John Admin

Actor Birthdays

Today we ask you to join us in wishing Ciarán Hinds a happy birthday. The actor, who will play Aberforth Dumbledore in the upcoming Harry Potter films, is celebrating his 56th birthday. Many happy returns!

Tom Felton Cast in The Apparition Film

Feb 09, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Felton

ComingSoon.com has a short report online which relates that actor Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy) has been cast in a new film entitled The Apparition. The site reports that ShockTillDrop.com has confirmed that the young actor will be portraying the character of “Patrick” in the upcoming Joel Silver, Andrew Rona and Alex Heineman produced film. FeltBeats.com …read more!

LEGO Harry Potter Video Game Interview, Images, and Preview Round Up

Feb 09, 2010

Posted by: EdwardTLC

Video Games

There has been a recent slew of new interviews, previews, and a few new images from the soon to be released Harry Potter LEGO: Years 1 – 4 game to come online. Here now is a brief rundown:First, two videos are online featuring behind-the-scenes looks at the creation and creative process of the game. GamesWeasel.com …read more!

Winners of the January Mrs. Lovegood’s Experiment Contest Announced

Feb 09, 2010

Posted by: John Admin

Contests

In January, our Contest Team brought you their Mrs. Lovegood’s Experiment Contest, which asked you to write a story about one of Mrs. Lovegood’s experiments in 500 words or less. The judges looked for creative, interesting and canon stories that were well written and have chosen their winners. After receiving many wonderful entries, the winners …read more!



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