newsLast year, on the May 2 anniversary of the battle of Hogwarts, Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling began a tradition of apologizing for one character death per anniversary. She started in 2015 with Fred Weasley.
news"Harry Potter" fans have been able to live out plenty of real-world Hogwarts fantasies thanks to events at the London studio where the films were shot, as well as the existence of Universal's Wizarding
news%Slideshow-366075%The "Harry Potter" movies and novels are finished, for now, but JK Rowling is not done with them. At least when it comes to peeling back the curtain for some behind-the-scenes facts
newsMuggles across the globe rejoiced yesterday when author J.K. Rowling announced that she would publish an eighth installment in the "Harry Potter" franchise, in the form of the script for "Harry Potter
newsDoes anyone else miss gathering for those midnight "Harry Potter" book releases? We all had no lives together and it was awesome! The last book in the seven-novel series, "Harry Potter and the Deathly
newsHarry Potter film stars just gathered for a fan event at Universal Studios Orlando, and the result was magical. That may sound cheesy, but check out Matthew Lewis's dastardly new facial hair and pretend
newsMoviegoers have been mourning the sudden loss of Alan Rickman, who died on Thursday at age 69 after a private battle with cancer. While the beloved actor was known for numerous roles throughout his long
newsThe magical world of Harry Potter has room for more than one Hermione Granger. So far, officially, we have at least three: The Hermione of J.K. Rowling's novels; Emma Watson of the film series; and now
newsMischief managed? J.K. Rowling shot down any critics who sniffed at a black actress being cast as Hermione Granger in the sequel play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," which picks up the story from
news"Star Wars: The Force Awakens" is already proving to be an unstoppable Death Star at the box office.The movie raked in $57 million at Thursday night's previews, shattering the previous record of $43.5
newsMuggles were overjoyed this summer when a new location for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter was announced at Universal Studios Hollywood. Now, that expansion project officially has an opening date --
newsIt started innocently enough with a Twitter question about the name of one of "Game of Thrones" ends.Want more stuff like this? Like us on Facebook.%Slideshow-306460%
newsAs if news about "Harry Potter" prequel "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" wasn't already exciting enough, there's even more for Potterheads to celebrate: The flick is heavily influenced by the
newsBased on the middle book in J.K. Rowling's series, "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" was a pivotal film in many ways. Released 10 years ago this week (on November 18, 2005), "Goblet" marked the first
newsEverything -- even conflict in the Middle East -- is better understood through "Harry Potter" references. J.K. Rowling is the author of the "Harry Potter" novels, but she's also very active politically
newsNew details have emerged about upcoming "Harry Potter" play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," and it couldn't be better: Instead of the prequel everyone wanted it to be, the play will be a direct sequel
newsClass, "Harry Potter History" is now in session; please open the seventh book, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows," and prepare to read along. Author J.K. Rowling continues to be kind enough to answer
news%Slideshow-328155%We're so thankful for all the "Harry Potter" movies. Not only because they provide all the nostalgia we could ever get, but because we get to marvel at how good looking all the girls
newsJ.K. Rowling isn't afraid to play a little dirty, getting fans to tweet support for her Scottish rugby team in exchange for some "Harry Potter" intel. Love your style, Jo, don't ever change! She was at
newsThe eclectic cast of "Harry Potter" spinoff "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" keeps growing, and this time, an Oscar winner is joining the ranks. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jon Voight
newsIt may not be something you give much thought to, but the "Harry Potter" movies are dubbed in different languages around the world. In Brazil, a military police officer named Caio César Ignácio
newsHermione would be so proud. Fans of Dobby from "Harry Potter" have been trying to free the plucky, adorable elf from his glass case at Leavesden's Warner Bros. Studio Tour Exhibit. They've been leaving
newsWe've always been a bit jealous of Hogwarts students and their amazing dining options in the Great Hall, and now, fans of the "Harry Potter" series have the opportunity to experience a magical meal of
news%Slideshow-322797% For most kids, the worst enemies school has to offer are cranky teachers, excessive homework and maybe a bully or two for good measure. But for Harry Potter, each new school year at
newsWe still don't have much info to go on about the new "Harry Potter" play, "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," which was announced back in June. But according to author J.K. Rowling, the story is so "epic,"
newsnews%Slideshow-322301% Everyone loves a Slytherin boy, amiright? That's certainly the case with Tom Felton, who played Hogwarts's resident Death Eater-in-training Draco Malfoy, much to the delight of female
newsEddie Redmayne is on the streak of a lifetime. He just won an Oscar for "The Theory of Everything," he's now promoting "The Danish Girl" (which may win him another trophy), and he'll soon star in the "Harry
newsFirst there was a "Harry Potter"-themed classroom to inspire young wannabe witches and wizards, and now, there's a "Harry Potter"-themed bar for their older, Butterbeer-obsessed siblings. The Lockhart,
newsWe know Harry Potter as "The Boy Who Lived" but he could just as easily have been "The Boy Who Kills," as shown in a dark, clever new fan video. Editing can make or break your reputation, as any reality
newsSummer may be over, but one Oklahoma teacher is keeping the fun alive thanks to an ingenious idea for her classroom: a "Harry Potter" theme. Stephanie Stephens, who teaches elective math and reading classes
news%Slideshow-313992% The "Harry Potter" movies are the gift that keeps on giving. As we get older, we watch the movies for the sake of nostalgia, but we also love to marvel at how hot all the guys got. Thank
newsCurse you and your hotness, Tom Felton! "Harry Potter" bad boy Draco Malfoy still has plenty of fans out there, but that's a problem for both his creator, author J.K. Rowling, and the guy who played Draco
newsAnd so it begins! Principal photography has started on "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," starring Oscar winner Eddie Redmayne, directed by "Harry Potter" veteran David Yates, and set in the wizarding
newsColin Farrell has a little magic up his sleeve. According to the Hollywood Reporter, the Irish actor is joining the cast of "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," the "Harry Potter" spinoff movie.
newsAuthor J.K. Rowling and her greatest creation, Harry Potter, both have birthdays today -- July 31. The author already tweeted her thanks to fans, but did you see the sweet birthday messages shared by several
newsSniff. Curse you, Internet! This magic is too strong to fight. A YouTube user named theredsoxfan18 made a video combining "Harry Potter" character deaths with the "Furious 7" song "See You Again" -- the
news%Slideshow-306460% "Harry Potter" fans have a very specific sense of humor, and there's no better place to express it than the internet. From memes to puns to general observations about life at Hogwarts,
newsTwo questions: 1) How do you feel about the first two "Harry Potter" movies, which were directed by Chris Columbus; and 2) How do you feel about a new "Harry Potter" movie following what Harry, Ron and
newsThink you're a "Harry Potter" super fan? This quiz will put that to the test. All you gotta do is match the "Potter" movie with its opening Warner Bros. logo. *drops wand mic Don't muggle this up, internet.
news%Slideshow-302151% Look at your DVD shelves. Dollars to donuts, most of the movies you own are from the science fiction and fantasy genre. With most of those belonging to some of Hollywood's biggest franchises
news"Harry Potter" fanatics were no doubt dipping into the butterbeer this weekend after author J.K. Rowling announced that a new, Potter-centric story called "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" would be heading
newsThe Wizarding World of Harry Potter is expanding: The Universal Studios attraction will open an outpost in Hollywood beginning in spring 2016. The Los Angeles location follows the attraction's booming
newsThe boy may be able to fly, but will the movie take off? The first trailer for "Pan" hit the internet today and it's drop-dead gorgeous. The visuals are breathtaking — from the flying ship above
newsAs you probably knew, honored, and celebrated in your own way, May 2 marked the 17th anniversary of the Battle of Hogwarts. "Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling chose the anniversary to launch a new tradition:
newsSure, the last "Harry Potter" movie, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" was released nearly four years ago, but true love (and hardcore fandom) never dies. So we put it to you, Potterheads,
newsAny Hogwarts aficionado can insert random Harry Potter quotes into everyday conversation -- You're a wizard, Harry! -- but it takes a very special kind of fan to match pivotal phrases from the movies to
newsThere have been plenty of rumors swirling around just who will play the mysterious lead in "Harry Potter" spinoff "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," and now, it looks like there's a frontrunner
