Archive for June, 2019

‘Philosopher’s Stone’ Hardback With Daniel Radcliffe’s First Autograph Up for Auction!

Jun 15, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Books, Coltrane, Columbus, Fandom, Fans, Felton, Films, Grint, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Movies, News, Potter News, Radcliffe, Sales, Watson

A hardback copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone boasting the signatures of the first film’s cast, including the first-ever autograph from a young Daniel Radcliffe, goes up for sale at Vectis Auctions in Thornaby, Stockton on June 26. The signed copy will be part of a Harry Potter lot expected to bring bids between £300-£500. …read more!

Revelio! Uncover the Secrets of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure!

Jun 14, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

News, Theme Park, WIzarding World of Harry Potter Orlando

Everyone knows that you should enter the Forbidden Forest at your own risk. It is a prohibition announced to all new students entering Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. But apparently there was a time before magical creatures overtook the mysterious wood, and young wizards and witches roamed the grounds freely. In fact, there are …read more!

Behind the app with the creators of “Harry Potter: Wizards Unite”

Jun 13, 2019

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Games, News, Tech, Video Games

Whilst we are twirling our wands (sorry about the flying sparks, that was accidental…) in anticipation of the release of the new augmented reality mobile game Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, we can take a peek behind the scenes and read about the development of the game and its creators. Combining our love for all things Potter …read more!

The Exclusive Opening of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure!

Jun 12, 2019

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Actor Interviews, Coltrane, Coltrane Interviews, Davis, Davis Interviews, Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Felton, Felton Interviews, Grint, Grint Interviews, HP Cast, Interviews, Lynch Interviews, News, Phelps, Phelps Interviews, Theme Park, WIzarding World of Harry Potter Orlando

Leaky correspondent Kathy Paz and editor Dawn Johnson made their way to Universal Orlando Resort on Monday to cover the grand opening of the newest attraction in the wizarding world parks–Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure! We followed the development of this new ride from its announcement through its construction and were both honored and excited …read more!

Interviews: Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Opening Event with Gary Blumenstein and Alan Gilmore

Jun 11, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Coltrane, Coltrane Interviews, Davis, Davis Interviews, Felton, Felton Interviews, Grint, Grint Interviews, HP Cast, Interviews, Lynch, Lynch Interviews, News, Phelps, Phelps Interviews, Theme Park, WIzarding World of Harry Potter Orlando

During the day-long media event culminating at Hogsmeade in Universal Orlando Resort’s Islands of Adventure theme park on Tuesday, June 11, Leaky previewed Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure in advance of its official public opening on Thursday, June 13. As a part of that inside look at the attraction, Leaky correspondent Kathy Paz and editor …read more!

Weekly Round-Up: Bonnie Wright Named Greenpeace Oceans Ambassador, Emma Thompson Gets Rave Reviews for Late Night and More!

Jun 09, 2019

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Depp, Events, Fantastic Beasts Round-Up, Films, Gleeson, Harry Potter Round-Up, Kravitz, Kravitz Interviews, McCrory, Movies, News, Radcliffe, Round-Up, Television Programmes, Tennant, Thompson, Trailers, Wright

Another week of spellbinding surprises in the Wizarding World as we prepare to head to Orlando for the HUGE Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Grand Opening next week!! We had  the honor of attending the magical House of MinaLima’s third birthday celebration and we let you know about a free screening of Harry Potter and the …read more!

Vans x Harry Potter Line is Now Available!

Jun 08, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fans, Fun, News, Potter News, Products

In April, Leaky reported that Vans announced a collaboration with Warner Bros. to produce a magical new line of Vans x Harry Potter merchandise including footwear, bags, socks and more. Now that collection has gone live, and 52 Potter-themed pieces are available online and in stores with plenty of House-pride options to choose from! Most well-known …read more!

“Harry Potter: Wizards Unite” beta testing update

Jun 08, 2019

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Games, Interactive, News

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, a forthcoming augmented reality mobile game from Niantic, Inc. and WB Games, began beta testing in New Zealand and Australia in April.  The feedback from the beta players has been useful.  According to the development team: Over the last several weeks we’ve learned a lot from beta players and have been …read more!

Watch ‘Philosophers Stone’ In Leicester Square for FREE This Father’s Day Weekend!

Jun 06, 2019

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Events, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Films, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, News

On Saturday 15th June, Cineworld Leicester Square will host a special screening of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone — and best of all, the screening’s FREE! The screening occurs after UK-wide survey by DiscoverLSQ – the UK’s “Home of Film” – voted the franchise the best to watch with the whole family, so what better time to …read more!

Happy Third Birthday, House Of MinaLima!

Jun 04, 2019

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Art, Events, MinaLima, Movie Art, News

It’s Golden Week at House of MinaLima this week! After opening a pop-up store in Osaka, the graphic design duo behind the art of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series will be celebrating the third birthday of their London gallery, House of MinaLima! Until June 15th, MinaLima are offering free shipping on all online orders (except books), with …read more!



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