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Pre-Order Your 20th Anniversary Edition of ‘Prisoner of Azkaban’ and Recieve a House Pin Badge!

Jan 25, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

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It is hard to believe it has been almost 20 years since J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban hit store shelves and, shortly thereafter, won over fans’ imaginations with a darker storyline (was that possible?), the Marauders, time travel, more intriguing backstory and a teenage boy wizard. That means that in addition …read more!

Barnes & Noble Offers Exclusive Digital Content of Nicolas Flamel With ‘Crimes of Grindelwald’ Package

Jan 20, 2019

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, BigNews, Exclusives, Extras Interviews, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Interviews, Movies, News

Consider the new year made, Potter fans! Barnes and Noble announced that it will include exclusive digital content featuring alchemist Nicolas Flamel with its release of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. The package will come with the Blu-ray, DVD and digital formats–and the digital copy not only includes Barnes and Noble’s five minutes of …read more!

Behind The Magic of ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ With Graphic Design Duo MinaLima

Nov 21, 2018

Posted by: Emma Pocock

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Being careful not to be seen by muggles, Leaky’s reporters ventured through the crowded streets of London and – with the help of a Confundus Charm or two – slipped into the alley behind the Palace Theatre, home to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Once again we found ourselves at the colorful and quirky House of MinaLima, the graphic design …read more!

EXCLUSIVE: Interview With Evanna Lynch Ahead of ‘Dancing With the Stars’ Finale!

Nov 19, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

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Evanna Lynch and partner Keo Motsepe are set to compete in the finale of Dancing with the Stars tonight after a whirlwind season of breathtaking dances and incredible scores! Lynch, who is best known to Potter fans for her portrayal of Luna Lovegood in the film adaptations, has long had a close relationship with Leaky …read more!

An International Crowd Turned Out for the UK ‘Crimes of Grindelwald’ Premiere–and It was Magical!

Nov 14, 2018

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Actor Interviews, BigNews, Charity, Directors, Events, Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Interviews, J.K. Rowling, Jodorowsky, Law, Media, Movies, News, Sudol, Warner Bros., Yates

Yesterday was another day full of magic! After attending the Crimes of Grindelwald gallery opening at House of MinaLima (full coverage coming soon!), it was time for the U.K. premiere of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. Our reporters’ fingers turned as blue as the carpet, but senior editor Emma Pocock and correspondent Claire Kao braved the cold …read more!

REVIEW: FANTASTIC BEASTS: The Magizoologist’s Discovery Case

Nov 13, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

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Hachette Book Group’s Running Press releases its FANTASTIC BEASTS: The Magizoologist’s Discovery Case today, making it available just days before the film’s opening worldwide and coinciding with early screenings of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. Leaky was lucky enough to review every magical nook of the replica, and it not only contains loads of …read more!

‘Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald’ World Premiere Casts Lumos on Paris

Nov 09, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Actor Interviews, Events, Exclusives, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Filmmaker Interviews, Films, Jodorowsky, Law, Movies, Yates, Yates Interviews

After two years of waiting for the sequel to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, J.K. Rowling and the cast and creative of Crimes of Grindelwald welcomed eager fans in Paris tonight for the film’s World Premiere, and Leaky was right there to bring you all the magic from the red carpet. Our Senior Editor …read more!

EXCLUSIVE: An Evening With Imogen Heap & John Tiffany Ahead of ‘Cursed Child’ Album Launch

Oct 23, 2018

Posted by: Emma Pocock

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Last night, we were lucky enough to spend an evening at the home Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on London’s West End, The Palace Theatre, listening to composer Imogen Heap and director John Tiffany discuss the upcoming album The Music of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, ahead of its release on November 2nd! Arriving at …read more!

“Harry Potter: A History of Magic” and Plant Lore, Part 5: Apothecaries, Alchemists and the Hogwarts Houses

Oct 20, 2018

Posted by: Emma Pocock

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What’s every Potter fan’s dream (other than attending Hogwarts)? Access to J.K. Rowling’s notes, of course! The History of Magic exhibition, currently at the New York Historical Society, gives Potter fans exactly that, showing original Potter manuscripts and hand drawn illustrations from the archives of the mastermind, and unpacks her use of real-world historic material and literature …read more!

The Wizarding World Wand Installation Launches In London With Special Event!

Oct 19, 2018

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Actor Interviews, Crew Interviews, Events, Exclusives, Fan Events, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Filmmaker Interviews, Leaky, News

Yesterday a special Fantastic Beasts wand installation opened in London ahead of the release of Crimes of Grindelwald, and we were there to witness the event! Expert Wand Choreographer, Paul Harris, and prop wizard Pierre Bohanna were both there to speak about their experience on the films–and Harris even gave us a wand class demonstration! Arriving first …read more!



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