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Gary Oldman says he was “mediocre” in the ‘Harry Potter’ films

Friday, December 29 by ABC News

Gary Oldman was already known as one of the best actors in the world before snagging a Best Actor Oscar for playing Winston Churchill in 2017's Darkest Hour, but he's apparently in need of convincing.The actor sat down to talk about his Apple TV+... Read More.

Iconic props from ‘ET: The Extra Terrestrial’ and the ‘Harry Potter’ films auctioned off

Friday, December 15 by ABC News

Ever wanted to own a piece of film history? Those who bid during the first evening of the Hollywood Legends' four-day event presented by Julien’s Auctions and Turner Classic Movies can definitely relate.The inaugural sale, aptly called Robots, Wizards, Heroes & Aliens: Contemporary Hollywood... Read More.

Max featuring Advent calendar of content, ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Rick and Morty’ Yule logs, and more

Tuesday, November 21 by ABC News

On Tuesday, streaming service Max announced it will launch what it calls an "interactive Advent calendar" to showcase different holiday-themed programming each day leading up to Christmas.The fun begins on Friday, December 1."Users can hover over a [title], click, and then be directed to... Read More.

‘Harry Potter’ veterans mourn co-star Michael Gambon

Thursday, September 28 by ABC News

Harry Potter veterans took to social media Thursday to mourn Michael Gambon, the actor who played Dumbledore in six Harry Potter films, who died at 82.J.K. Rowling, the creator of the franchise, noted on X, formerly Twitter, "The first time... Read More.

Michael Gambon, actor who played Dumbledore in six ‘Harry Potter’ films, dies at 82

Thursday, September 28 by ABC News

Michael Gambon, the Irish actor who played Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight Harry Potter films, has died at 82."We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon, a statement from the award-winning actor's family said."Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital... Read More.

John Travolta’s ‘Saturday Night Fever’ suit, ‘Harry Potter’ wand, Iron Man helmet and more fetch big bucks at auction

Tuesday, April 25 by ABC News

Julien's Hollywood: Classic & Contemporary auction took place on Saturday, April 22 and, as expected, John Travolta's iconic white three-piece suit from Saturday Night Fever and props from Harry Potter from the Order of the Phoenix and Iron Man drew some of the highest... Read More.

Warner Bros. Discovery announces a decadelong “faithful” TV adaptation of the ‘Harry Potter’ book series

Wednesday, April 12 by ABC News

On Wednesday, Warner Bros. Discovery announced a merging of HBO Max and Discovery+ into a single streamer dubbed Max — and that on it will be a decade-long TV series retelling of JK Rowling's beloved Harry Potter books.Rowling's Wizarding World has already been... Read More.

New trailer for Netflix doc ‘Harry & Meghan’ released

Monday, December 5 by ABC News

Prince Harry and Meghan's upcoming Netflix docuseries now has a release date and a new trailer, which draws comparisons between the couple's experiences and the fate of Harry's mother, the late Princess Diana.Harry & Meghan will air in two parts,... Read More.

Warner Bros. Discovery CEO hoping to conjure up more movie magic with ‘Harry Potter’ creator JK Rowling

Friday, November 4 by ABC News

During an investor call on Thursday, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav said he's hoping the studio will make more magic with Harry Potter author JK Rowling. The Potter films and their Fantastic Beasts spin-offs have grossed more than $7.7 billion for the studio, so it appears Zaslav is looking past the bestselling author's... Read More.

In Brief: Cause of death for ‘Harry Potter’ star Robbie Coltrane, and more

Wednesday, October 26 by ABC News

The cause of death has been revealed for beloved Harry Potter series star Robbie Coltrane. According to U.K.'s Mirror, the Scottish actor's death certificate reported he passed away last on October 14 from multiple organ failure. He was 72. The... Read More.

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