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Producer Lionel Wigram Talks ‘Cursed Child’ Film Adaptation

May 11, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Crew Interviews, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Grint, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, HP Cast, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News, Producers, Radcliffe, Warner Bros., Watson

Producer Lionel Wigram spoke with Express.co.uk about hopes for a future Harry Potter and the Cursed Child film adaptation at the European premiere of King Arthur: Legend of the Sword yesterday. In addition to being a frequent collaborator of director Guy Ritchie, Wigram also produced the last four Harry Potter films and Fantastic Beasts and Where …read more!

Official Wizarding World Book Club Coming Next Month!

May 05, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Books, News

Pottermore made a very exciting announcement earlier today of an official Wizarding World Book Club launching next month to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone! The book club is in partnership with Bloomsbury and Scholastic, and will be a free, online discussion that we can’t wait to join so we can discuss all …read more!

Birthday Greetings to Jessie Cave

May 05, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Actor Birthdays, Art, Birthdays, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, News

Jessie Cave, best known to the Potter fandom as Ron’s infatuated girlfriend, Lavender Brown, from Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, celebrates her 30th birthday today. That life-changing role, complete with puppy dog gazes and a knack for snogging, must have been in the stars for the young actress. According to a 2015 interview …read more!

Stephen Fry Talks J.K. Rowling, Comedy & Mental Health at Cambridge Union

May 04, 2017

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Audio Books, Books, Fry, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, News

Last week, UK Harry Potter audiobook reader Stephen Fry spoke at Cambridge Union as one of their Easter term guests on his experience with bipolar disorder, comedy, and even speaks about his friendship with J.K. Rowling. Fry said that his favourite of the Potter books was The Goblet of Fire, and told of how he couldn’t say ‘Harry pocketed it’ …read more!

Jason Isaacs Makes His Mark on Planet Comicon Kansas City

May 02, 2017

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Columbus, Conventions, Exclusives, Fan Events, Felton, Harris, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Isaacs, Movies, News, Radcliffe, Rickman, Television Programmes

When Harry Potter fans conjure an image of Lucius Malfoy, undoubtedly the Dark Mark comes to mind, but Jason Isaacs’ appearance last weekend at Planet Comicon was anything but dark. The talented British actor, known for decades of film, television, stage and voiceover work, brought his wit, charm and magically famous stories to Kansas City’s …read more!

Law Curious to See How Dumbledore’s Sexuality Influences His Role

Apr 29, 2017

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Actor Interviews, Casting, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Law, Media, News

As J.K. Rowling revealed long ago, she always envisioned Albus Dumbledore to be gay. Now that we’re getting a more in depth glimpse into his younger years in Fantastic Beasts, fans are curious as to how this will affect his character. Since Jude Law was recently announced to be cast as Young Dumbledore in the …read more!

J.K. Rowling Teases Newt Scamander’s Patronus is ‘Big Spoiler!’

Apr 28, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

BigNews, Fandom, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, J.K. Rowling, Movies

As Potter fans eagerly await the beginning of production on Fantastic Beasts 2 sometime this summer, we’re always on the lookout for revelations of things to come. Like Harry searching the skies for the golden snitch, we keep eagle eyes on twitter, Pottermore, and other news outlets. Thankfully, J.K. Rowling does not disappoint, dropping hints like …read more!

Jude Law Casts a Spell Over Television, Film, and Stage in ‘Young Pope,’ ‘King Arthur,’ and ‘Obsession’

Apr 27, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Casting, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Law, Movies, News, Props-Sets, Television Programmes, Trailers

The fandom is still abuzz over Jude Law’s casting as young Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Fantastic Beasts sequel. And, since he’ll take over the iconic part for the next four films, we’re clamoring for indications of how he’ll play the role. Leaky just reported on Law’s first statements since the announcement, and it’s encouraging to hear how …read more!

Terrifying Transmissions and Posters Released for Katherine Waterston’s ‘Alien: Covenant’

Apr 20, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Interviews, Movies, News, Trailers, Waterston

Katherine Waterston, known to Potter fans as Tina Goldstein in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, stars in the upcoming entry into the Alien sci-fi thriller franchise, Alien: Covenant. Promotional clips and posters for the film, directed by Ridley Scott, are rolling out as it nears its May 19th release, whipping fans into a frenzy. Over …read more!

Alison Sudol’s Magical Connection to Art and Nature

Apr 19, 2017

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Interviews, Movies, Music, News, Sudol

Before Alison Sudol became known for portraying Queenie Goldstein in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, she was already well established in the performing arts, putting out music under the name A Fine Frenzy. Her songs have long highlighted her close personal connection to the natural world, so it seems fitting that she not only …read more!



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