Star Wars Beats Marvel as Top Franchise, Fandom Study Finds
Star Wars beats Marvel for the top franchise, according to Fandom’s Franchise Factor Score study released Wednesday. The data-driven fansite used its new metric, the Franchise Factor Score, to...
View ArticleMichael Gambon, Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter’ Movies, Dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the prolific Irish-English actor of stage and screen who took over the role of Albus Dumbledore in six “Harry Potter” movies, has died. He was 82. “We are devastated to announce the...
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Daniel Radcliffe, J.K. Rowling and ‘Harry Potter’ Cast Mourn Michael Gambon:...
At the news of “Harry Potter” alum Michael Gambon’s death, his castmates have taken to social media to memorialize his performance as Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight films adapted from J.K....
View Article‘Harry Potter’ Fans Honor Michael Gambon With Raised Wands Outside Hogwarts...
Following the news that acclaimed actor Michael Gambon died today at the age of 82, fans in Orlando gave him a tribute worthy of the man who played Professor Dumbledore in six of the eight “Harry...
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How to Watch the Harry Potter Movies in Order
Before the “Harry Potter” films, there were J.K. Rowling’s books. The first book, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” was published in 1997. Nearly 26 years later, eleven films, one reunion...
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Ignore Readers at Your Peril: YA Adaptations Cash In When They Win Over Book...
Nearly a decade after the last “Hunger Games” movie hit theaters, the prequel film “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” debuted on Nov. 17 with a $44 million opening weekend box office haul....
View ArticleGary Oldman Calls His ‘Harry Potter’ Performance ‘Mediocre’
Gary Oldman doesn’t consider his work as the wizard Sirius Black in three of the “Harry Potter” films among his best acting performances. The actor told Josh Horowitz on the latest episode of the...
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Universal Unveils First Look at Epic Universe Park Including Lands for ‘Harry...
Universal Orlando Resort on Tuesday revealed a extensive first look at its highly anticipated new theme park Epic Universe, and this thing looks massive. Set to open in 2025, this is Universal...
View Article‘Harry Potter’ TV Series Aiming for 2026 Debut as David Zaslav Touts J.K....
When running down the franchises that Warner Bros. Discovery is reinvigorating, during Friday’s fourth quarter earnings call, CEO David Zaslav trumpeted the studio’s commitment to the “Harry Potter”...
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The 7 Best New Movies on Max in April 2024
Settle in with something new on Max this month. Jonathan Glazer’s film “Zone of Interest,” which won Best International Feature Film at this year’s Oscars, is now streaming. The film focuses on...
View Article‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Welcome to Derry’ Series Move From Max to HBO in Strategy...
Warner Bros.’ upcoming “Harry Potter” series and the “It” prequel “Welcome to Derry” are moving from Max to HBO, cementing the premium cable brand as the home for the media conglomerate’s big-budget...
View ArticleHBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series Finds Its Writer and Director in ‘Succession’ Duo
HBO’s “Harry Potter” series has found its principal creative team. Francesca Gardiner, a writer whose credits include “Succession” and “His Dark Materials,” will serve as showrunner and executive...
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Everything We Know About the ‘Harry Potter’ TV Show
“Harry Potter” is coming to the small screen. 13 years after the final “Harry Potter” film was released, HBO will pioneer the return of the beloved characters in the brand new “Harry Potter” TV show....
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More HBO, Less Max: HBO-Branded Titles Have Higher Demand Than Streaming...
Last month, it was reported that several big-budget Warner Bros. IP series that were originally created for Max are being rebranded HBO originals . These included the “Harry Potter” series, the “It”...
View ArticleFunko Expands Bitty Pop Line With Bittyverse, Plans ‘Harry Potter’ Sets |...
Funko has announced an expansion of their Bitty Pop! line entitled Bittyverse. Described as “a refreshing expansion of the core line,” Bittyverse will focus on “enhancing the playability of the...
View ArticleImelda Staunton Returns as Dolores Umbridge for Universal’s Harry Potter and...
Dolores Umbridge is making her return. The universally hated Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher (and Ministry of Magic High Inquisitor) is taking center stage in the upcoming Universal attraction...
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‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Launches Open Call for Child Stars in UK, Ireland
HBO is on the lookout for three child actors looking to be told, “You’re a wizard, Harry!” (Or “Hermione,” or “Ron.”) The anticipated HBO adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved “Harry Potter” book...
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Maggie Smith, Legendary British Stage and ‘Harry Potter’ Star, Dies at 89
Dame Maggie Smith, internationally beloved British star of the stage and screen, has died at the age of 89. During her decades-long career, Smith won two Academy Awards, five BAFTAs, four Emmys, one...
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Maggie Smith Remembered by Daniel Radcliffe, ‘Downton Abbey’ Cast and More
Dame Maggie Smith is being remember fondly following her death at age 89 on Friday. Her loyal fans and heartbroken co-stars even made “RIP Queen” trend online as they remembered the late actress’ most...
View ArticleComcast’s Sky Sues Warner Bros. Discovery for Denying Partnership on ‘Harry...
Comcast’s Sky is suing Warner Bros. Discovery for “multiple material breaches” of a 2019 deal around the co-funding and co-production of exclusive premium TV shows. The suit, filed Friday in New York...
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