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HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series Has 2 Big Hurdles Other Than The Obvious One

Harry PotterCredit: Warner Bros I’ve already discussed the casting challenges facing HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series. It’s going to be really hard for fans to accept new actors in these roles because the original cast for the films is so iconic now. We …

Gary Oldman's films have earned over $11 billion, and his credits include the Harry Potter series, The Dark Knight ...

From Hogwarts to headlines, the real cost of childhood fame for Harry Potter’s new stars

As HBO prepares to bring Harry Potter back to screens with a new television adaptation, excitement is high around the casting of Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout as the iconic trio of Harry, Hermione, and Ron. But amid the buzz, a …

'We're Allowed to Make S— Up': Jason Isaacs Recalls Improvising Harry Potter Scenes With Daniel Radcliffe

Some of the dialogue from Jason Isaac's Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter series wasn't in the script - it was made up on the spot by the accomplished actor. Isaacs got talking about his improvisation skills while in conversation with Jesse Tyler …

Tom Felton Reunites With Harry Potter Co-Star Ahead of Reprising His Role as Draco Malfoy

Tom Felton has never missed an opportunity to show his love for Harry Potter and its loyal following. The actor, who is set to reprise his role as Draco Malfoy in the stage play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, was recently at yet another fan convention. …

Harry Potter's Gary Oldman Reveals Which Hogwarts House He's In (& It's Not Gryffindor)

Gary Oldman's career has included a number of critically acclaimed films, like 1992's Dracula, 2011's Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and 2017's Darkest Hour. Aside from them, he also played Sirius Black in Harry Potter. Oldman made his debut in …

We Build The Massive, Multi-Set LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle, Currently In Progress

In 2024, LEGO began the most ambitious build project the company has ever attempted: a fully realized, minifigure-scale re-creation of Hogwarts Castle, made famous by the Harry Potter franchise. A single set of this size and scope would be impractically …

Reno Aces celebrate dads, military members, Harry Potter enthusiasts and more in June

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) - The Reno Aces are halfway through the first of two June homestands at Greater Nevada Field. And this weekend, they’re celebrating cowboys, the Peanuts and dads. AJ Grimm, vice president of marketing, stopped by Morning Break to talk …

7 magical sites for an epic Harry Potter tour across the UK

After visiting Harry Potter World at Universal Studios, I was left feeling a little...plastic. I wanted a taste of the real thing. Don’t get me wrong — I love butterbeer as much as the next muggle, but the wizarding world of my dreams was less about buying …

After Draco Malfoy Got Cast, One Harry Potter Fan Had The Most Spot-On Take I’ve Seen" target="_self" data-before-...

When it comes to HBO’s Harry Potter series, I’ve been very curious to see which looks and costumes they keep the same and which evolve. There are some things that likely won’t change, like Harry’s round glasses or the Weasleys' ginger hair. However, …

East Lothian 'Harry Potter' landlord says cupboard room kept tenant off the street

A landlord who admitted a tenant slept in a cupboard under the stairs of one of his houses defended his action saying it kept the man off the street. John Friel said that the discovery of the man staying in the cupboard had been described as " Harry …

How the U.K. Film and TV Industry Is Juggling a Boom in Hollywood Productions Like ‘Avengers’ and ‘Harry Potter’ and a ...

If the United Kingdom has become such a hot spot for Hollywood films and shows, why are so many of its entertainment industry workers out of a job? On the one hand, the country’s soundstages are filled with massive U.S. productions ranging from Marvel …

Harry Potter’s Gary Oldman Is Sorted Into a Hogwarts House After 20 Years

Although it has been just over 14 years since the final film in the Harry Potter franchise was released, the magic of the movies still remains as popular today as ever before. Now, with a new live-action Harry Potter TV series on the way, the Wizarding …

Jason Isaacs shares verdict on Lucius Malfoy casting for Harry Potter series

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35 Movies To Watch if You Love 'Harry Potter'

Based on J. K. Rowling's acclaimed fantasy novel series, the Harry Potterfilms have become a quintessential hallmark of 21st-century cinema, following the titular Harry Potter (Daniel Radcliffe) and his friends through their adventures at Hogwarts. The …

‘Harry Potter’ Star Tragically Reveals She “Doesn’t Have Long to Live”

It’s been nearly fifteen years since the final film in the Harry Potter franchise — Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 — but fans love the characters and stories as much now as they did then. The actors still make headlines, and fans love …

Watch Harry Potter Star Gary Oldman Be Sorted Into a Hogwarts House for the First Time

It’s a rite of passage for every first-year witch and wizard attending the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry: filling into the Great Hall at the start of terms to be sorted into one of the four houses of Hogwarts. By stepping forth and donning the …

HBO's Harry Potter: The New Golden Trio Might Just Eclipse The Original

The Golden Trio is undoubtedly the emotional and narrative core of the Harry Potter franchise. Comprising the titular character, Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger, the trio play a pivotal role in defeating Voldemort and his followers. They …

‘Just amazing’: New Hagrid Nick Frost raves about Harry Potter

Less than a month out from the start of filming for the rebooted Harry Potter series and new Hagrid Nick Frost says he’s already impressed the people he most wanted to impress. The UK actor, currently starring in the live action remake of How To Train Your …

Crowning a Champion Dad: Dr Bernard Wh Jennings Named National 'Father of the Year' at International Gala in Fort Pierce

Dr. Bernard WH Jennings named “Father of the Year” at IFA gala, honoring 10 exceptional dads for leadership, love, and lasting impact. FT PIERCE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the eve of Father’s Day, the …

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 21 of America's Progress under President Trump

Washington D.C., June 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- You can find the article here:  https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/06/14/week-21-of-americas-progress-under-president-trump/ ThinkCareBelieve has published an article on the …

Critical Ballot Info from Todd J. Stein as Early Voting Begins for District Leader AD76 Part A

Todd J. Stein Heads Into Early Voting for District Leader AD76 Part A with Critical Ballot Instructions for Voters NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As early voting begins this weekend, Todd J. Stein, …

Legislature Restores $40 Million for LGBTQ+ Health Equity Programs in State Budget

California LGBTQ+ Leaders Call on Governor Newsom to Maintain Health Equity Funding in Final Budget Agreement SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California Health Equity Coalition strongly commends the State …

Moving Ahead Services Successfully Completes Major Election Equipment Deployment Across Allegheny County

Local moving company delivers 633 polling machines and essential equipment to over 400 locations in coordinated two-week operation PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Moving Ahead Services, a trusted local moving …

Stow, MA Select Board Sends Request to State Leaders to Issue a Proclamation to Support Democracy

Town that sent Minutemen to the Battle of Concord-Lexington calls on State to take action to protect democracy STOW, MA, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “These are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine …

U.S. Army’s Recruiting Transformation Reveals Strategic Blueprint for Internal Communications Success

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new analysis from RAPP’s Senior Vice President of Account Leadership, Cecil Wolberton, positions the U.S. Army’s revamped recruiting approach as a model for corporate communicators aiming …

KiDS Campaign Rallies World on Father’s Day with Launch of Global Warning Label Day

Partnership of nearly 40 organizations on 6 continents demand action from Big Tech Executives on Father's Day in many countries across the world BLOOMINGTON, MN, UNITED STATES, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With just days to go before …

G7 LEADERS URGED TO STRENGTHEN BRAIN HEALTH TO BOOST ECONOMIC GROWTH AND STABILIZE HEALTH COSTS

As the cost of brain conditions is expected to balloon to $16 trillion by 2030, G7 leaders and Canada are uniquely positioned to deliver solutions. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A growing international coalition …

Leaving California Launches New Community Skool Platform to Support Californians Seeking a Fresh Start

Riots, fires, cost of living, and lower quality of life have pushed many over the edge ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leaving California, the nation’s leading relocation movement for Californians seeking a better life …

Alona Lebedieva: Suspension of GDP Warrant Payments Is in the Interest of the Economy

KYIV, UKRAINE, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At the end of May, the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine confirmed that it would not proceed with the scheduled GDP warrant payment of $665 million due on June 2. This decision stems from the …

OSCE Chairperson-in-Office’s Special Representative on Youth, Peace and Security concludes visit to North Macedonia and ...

The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office’s Special Representative on Youth, Peace and Security, Santeri Leinonen, concluded a visit to North Macedonia on 10 and 11 June, and to Montenegro from 11 to 13 June. Throughout the visit, Leinonen met with government …

Second Central Asian regional simulation-based training strengthens joint response to human trafficking

Over 130 practitioners from Central Asia and Türkiye gathered this week at Lake Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan, for a five-day regional simulation-based training exercise on combating trafficking in human beings. The training was opened by Nurlanbek Azygaliev, Vice …

OSCE Secretary General concludes visit to Norway, participates in international seminar on 50th anniversary of Helsinki ...

OSLO, 13 June 2025 — OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu concluded today his first official visit to Norway, where he held meetings with high-level officials and delivered the keynote speech in the international seminar, "Security and …

Engine Technology Forum Praises EPA Proposal of New Renewable Fuel Standards

Washington, D.C., June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Engine Technology Forum (ETF) issued the following statement from Executive Director Allen Schaeffer about today’s action by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) establishing new renewable …

Industry takes unprecedented step to drive Antarctic marine protection

At the UN Ocean Conference 2025, Aker QRILL Company announced its ongoing advocacy and amitions to protect 70% of the Antarctic Peninsula. NICE, FRANCE, June 13, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- (𝘕𝘐𝘊𝘌, 𝘍𝘙𝘈𝘕𝘊𝘌 – 12 𝘑𝘶𝘯𝘦 2025) 𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻 …

NCLA, Shanmugam Ask Supreme Court to Grant Cert. Petition, Fix 4th Am. Rights for Crypto Records

Washington, DC, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New Civil Liberties Alliance and renowned Supreme Court advocate Kannon Shanmugam have filed a reply brief urging the high court to hear NCLA’s Harper v. Faulkender appeal and reform the “third-party …

CENTRAL EUROPE: Court rules Germany’s pushback policy unlawful ― Hungarian government postpones vote on controversial ...

A German court has ruled that the new government’s policy of turning away undocumented people at the border is unlawful. The vote on a controversial legislative proposal aimed at severely curtailing the activities of NGOs in Hungary has been postponed. A …

OSCE enhances Ukrainian border guards’ expertise in passport security paper

The OSCE Transnational Threats Department conducted an online training course from 10 to 11 June, where document experts from Greece and the United Kingdom helped Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service learn more about the security elements of passport paper …

OSCE workshop in Kazakhstan advances national training strategy on cybercrime and electronic evidence

To support Kazakhstan in strengthening its response to cybercrime, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in partnership with the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, held a two-day workshop in Astana on 12 and 13 June. The event focused on developing a …