Archive for the ‘HP Cast’ Category

Warwick Davis in Snow White

Dec 15, 2016

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Davis, News

Warwick Davis, who plays Professor Flitwick in the Harry Potter films, is starring in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, this year’s pantomime at the New Victoria Theatre in Woking. Davis, along with playing Prof, the head of the seven dwarfs, also helped to write and direct the play. Pantomime’s, a British tradition, usually include over …read more!

Michael Gambon Among Star-Studded Cast of “Viceroy’s House”

Dec 15, 2016

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Films, Gambon, HP Cast, Movies, News, Trailers

Viceroy’s House, opening in UK theaters Mar. 3, 2017, depicts the true story of the last months of British rule in India. The release is timed to celebrate the 70th anniversary of India’s independence and the subsequent founding of Pakistan. The house is the literal central figure in the story, home to a long succession …read more!

Ralph Fiennes One of Featured Performers at Charity Event–Win Tickets!

Dec 15, 2016

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Charity, Contests, Events, Fiennes, HP Cast, News

Evening Standard is partnering with Gift of Life to offer one winner tickets to their upcoming charity event on Jan. 14, 2017. According to the promotional announcement, the winner will be treated to an entire evening of delights. Evening Standard describes the one-of-a-kind package as follows: “Enjoy a truly indulgent Saturday where you can sit back, …read more!

Kenneth Branagh stars in trailer for Nolan’s WWII action thriller, ‘Dunkirk’

Dec 15, 2016

Posted by: Emma Pocock

Branagh, Films, HP Cast, News

Sir Kenneth Branagh (Gilderoy Lockhart) stars in Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk, alongside Tom Hardy, Mark Rylance and acting debut Harry Styles. Nolan – known for The Dark Knight and Interstellar – is directing the Warner Bros. action thriller set in WWII during the evacuation of the French city of Dunkirk, and based on a story of the Battle of Dunkirk on the …read more!

First Look: David Tennent and Olivia Coleman in final series of Broadchurch

Dec 15, 2016

Posted by: Ashley Kurtz

HP Cast, Tennant

Radiotimes.com reported on Wednesday that the popular ITV drama, Broadchurch (staring David Tennant, who played Barty Crouch Jr. in Goblet of Fire) is suspenseful and exciting and the third and final series is coming soon and the first picture reveals a new third character, played by Julie Hesmondhalgh from Netflix’s Happy Valley. There’s no details about Hesmondhalgh’s character quite …read more!

Fantastic Beasts Sequel Plot Summary Revealed!

Dec 15, 2016

Posted by: Patrick Byrne

Book Reviews, Books, Fantastic Beasts, Fantastic Beasts Movie, Filmmaker Interviews, Films, J.K. Rowling, JKR Interviews, MinaLima, Movies, News, Posters, Props-Sets, Publishers, Redmayne, Videos, Warner Bros.

It seems that Newt Scamander isn’t the only one letting things loose lately. Thanks to a slip up from IMDB (who have now corrected the premature error), Potterheads have finally been given a brief plot summary of the wizarding sequel. According to the film website, Newt Scamander, having been back home in Britain for two years …read more!

Robbie Coltrane Drama “National Treasure” Coming to Hulu

Dec 14, 2016

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Coltrane, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Honors/Awards, News, Trailers, Walters

The hit British drama National Treasure will premiere in the U.S. on Hulu March 1, 2017. The series, from award-winning writer Jack Thorne, held consistently-high ratings and garnered critical praise during its original run. Robbie Coltrane, beloved in the role of Rubeus Hagrid, stars as Paul Finchley. Broadway World reports: “National Treasure is a compelling and …read more!

Timothy Spall Wins for “Stanley–A Man of Variety”

Dec 14, 2016

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Films, Honors/Awards, Interviews, Movies, News, Spall, Spall Interviews, Staunton

Timothy Spall – Peter Pettigrew to Potter fans – won the Edgeware Outstanding Achievement Award at the UK Film Festival in London. The Festival, held November 22-26, recognized his role in the movie Stanley–A Man of Variety. Film-News describes the movie in this brief synopsis: “[It] tells the story of Stanley, a passionate admirer of …read more!

Harry Potter Stars Show Generosity This Holiday Season

Dec 14, 2016

Posted by: Lainey Ruffner

Charity, Holidays, News, Rickman, Thompson, Walters

The holidays are one of the most popular times of year for giving and a few of the Harry Potter actors have made the media lately for doing their part. Emma Thompson offered her support to the ActionAid UK campaign, Julie Walters became an ambassador for the Midlands Air Ambulance charity, and even Alan Rickman, …read more!

Warwick Davis Rogue One Details Revealed

Dec 13, 2016

Posted by: Dawn Johnson

Davis, Exclusives, News

Warwick Davis is no newcomer to either Harry Potter or Star Wars fans. Before he was Professor Flitwick, and later Griphook, he made his film debut as the Ewok Wicket. When The Leaky Cauldron broke the news of Davis’ addition to the latest installment in the Star Wars franchise, Rogue One, the only uncertainty was …read more!



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