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The Fate of Credence Barebone

Dec 20, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Fun, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News, Opinion

Up until now, most of the theorizing surrounding Credence Barebone has focused on his life up to the Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald storyline, culminating in the question of whether Grindelwald’s claim regarding his parentage is true. But, as we discussed in our feature on the identity of Aurelius Dumbledore, while fans are intensely …read more!

Theater Round-Up: ‘Cursed Child’ Stars Announced for BroadwayCon 2019 While Melbourne Readies for Previews

Dec 14, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Broadbent, Broadway, Charity, Events, Fandom, Fans, Fun, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, HP Cast, Interviews, Music, News, Noma Dumezweni, Potter News, Radcliffe, Round-Up, Staunton, Theater, Theater Round-Up, West End

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child features prominently in this week’s theater news, as has often been the case since the production first opened in London. The attending cast is now confirmed for BroadwayCon 2019, and the newest production, located in Melbourne, Australia, is readying for January previews. Cursed Child stars and contributors remain busy …read more!

Breaking Down the Blood Pact

Dec 04, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Books, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, FAQs, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, J.K. Rowling, News, Potter News

Aside from the identity of Aurelius Dumbledore, one of the larger questions raised by Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald regards the significance, and magical rules, of the Blood Pact. During the course of the film, fans learned that Gellert Grindelwald and Albus Dumbledore entered into the binding agreement, which is what prevents them from …read more!

Uncovering the Parallels Between the ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Series

Dec 02, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Books, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Fun, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, Movies, News, Opinion

Since Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald released in theaters, discussion over the merits–or, according to some, the lack thereof–of the film has spread across the globe, across the fandom and across the critical spectrum. The numerous plot twists have provided much fodder for debate, with Leaky addressing the questions raised and taking the stance …read more!

Houses Assemble! Alexa Now Plays ‘Harry Potter Quiz’!

Nov 30, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, Audio, Audio Books, BigNews, Books, Dale, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Filmmaker Interviews, Fun, Games, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Philosophers / Sorcerers Stone, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, J.K. Rowling, Media, News, Potter News, Pottermore, Quidditch Through the Ages

Audible and Pottermore Publishing are partnering to bring an exciting new Harry Potter Quiz to Amazon Echo, Spot and Show users today. Simply ask, “Alexa, play Harry Potter Quiz” to be challenged with three trivia questions, which will be updated daily! The interactive trivia game is hosted by Laurel Lefkow, who introduces each question with passages …read more!

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

Nov 19, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Actor Interviews, BigNews, Contests, Events, Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, Fun, HP Cast, Interviews, Lynch, Lynch Interviews, News, Potter News, Television Programmes

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!

Barnes & Noble to host “Explore the Magic” event nationwide on November 17

Nov 14, 2018

Posted by: Amanda Kirk

Fan Events, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Fun, News, Products, Release Parties

On Saturday, November 17, at 2pm, Barnes & Noble stores across the U.S. will host Wizarding World-themed activities, cosplay, offers, and giveaways to celebrate the release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ film Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, The Original Screenplay by J.K. Rowling, published by Scholastic, along with additional official movie tie-in books. Activities will …read more!

REVIEW: FANTASTIC BEASTS: The Magizoologist’s Discovery Case

Nov 13, 2018

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Exclusives, Fandom, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Films, Fun, Interactive, Misc, Movies, News, Products, Props-Sets, Review

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!

Test Your Potter Smarts with HQ Trivia to Win Some Fantastic Prizes!

Nov 13, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Contests, Events, Fan Events, Fans, Fantastic Beasts, Fun, Fun - Contests, Interactive, News, Tech

Do you know all there is to know about Potter potions, charms, and spells? Consider yourself an expert on wand lore, know your way around a Deluminated Hogwarts, and can Care for Magical Creatures even without Newt’s textbook? Then download the HQ Trivia app and get ready to enter their ultimate Wizarding World quiz events …read more!

Oliver Phelps to Appear at Utah’s Christmas in the Wizarding World

Nov 06, 2018

Posted by: Kim McChesney

Events, Fun, Holidays, Misc, Phelps, Products, Sales, Warner Bros.

Just in time for the holidays, Christmas in the Wizarding World has returned for a second year to Utah and a Harry Potter favorite will be there to ring in the season. A Harry Potter-themed shopping and interactive experience, presented by Warner Bros Consumer Products, opened at The Shops at South Town in Sandy, Utah earlier this …read more!



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