The Times newspaper in the UK has published what they are calling the first review of the “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” film. Giving it 3 out of five stars, the review was based after seeing the premiere in Tokyo, Japan. The article is favorable towards the performances by Imelda Staunton as …read more!

Today, UK Harry Potter publishers Bloomsbury announced that export orders for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows “were up 17% on book number six.” The BBC reports that the company will also release a special box set edition of the novels containing all seven of the books on October 1, 2007. Reuters also reports this, …read more!

Ok all you MySpace layout creators and other clever creative wizard types, have we got a challenge for you! We are proud to announce our newest contest to design a skin or layout for our newly launched official Leaky Cauldron MySpace page. The winner will be the design that is used on our page (which …read more!

With the release of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows rapidly approaching, there are several television specials about the world of our favorite wizard due in the coming days. First, cable station A&E is set to broadcast a new special called “The Hidden Secrets of Harry …read more!

A special autographed photo of actor Jason Isaacs in his role as Lucius Malfoy is up for charity auction, with proceeds to benefit St.Jude Children’s Hospital. The photo, one of Lucius standing in the grave yard from “Goblet of Fire,” bears a typically hilarious comment from the actor who writes: “Lucius had lost his conditioner …read more!

The calendar on JKRowling.com has been updated to wish loyal House Elf Dobby, a Happy Birthday! Whether he be freeeeeeeeeee or possibly riding on Harry’s back, may he have a wonderful birthday filled with multi-colored socks! Cheers Dobby!

As many readers know a young four year old child named Madeleine McCann from the UK went missing from her family while on holiday. The case has sparked world wide interest, including much support from Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. Jo has now updated the links section of her website with some helpful background information, …read more!

Birthday wishes go out today to actor Matthew Lewis who plays Neville Longbottom in the Harry Potter films. Matt celebrates his 18th birthday today! Cheers!

Yesterday, we first told you about the German television station which had some clips from the upcoming Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. These clips are now available in English, as well as some new behind the scenes footage and interview with several cast members including the Trio, Michael Gambon, Gary Oldman, Ralph …read more!

Our latest contest is online! Here is the rundown on the Deathly Hallows Autograph Contest! It’s almost here!! The last book will be hitting book stores VERY soon. We all know what we would write to Jo… but what would you like her to say to you? This challenge is to create the ideal inscription …read more!