Dr. Beatrice Groves reveals how an ancient Chinese bestiary, the “Shan Hai Jing,” heavily influenced the creatures of the “Fantastic Beasts” films.
Dr. Beatrice Groves reveals how the inspiration and symbolism of the creatures in the wizarding world originated from T.H. White’s “Book of Beasts.”
In the latest Fan Focus edition, we meet Rachel, a Hufflepuff from Tennessee who shares her love of “Harry Potter” and “Fantastic Beasts.”
by Richa Venkatraman · Published August 20, 2021 · Last modified December 31, 2022
If Dumbledore had been Sorted based on his actual qualities and personality, there’s no doubt he’d do very well in Slytherin.
by Adam Poncharoensub · Published July 10, 2021 · Last modified February 15, 2023
Wands at the ready! For the Adversaries Event of July 2021, Niantic is pitting players against every Adversary ever in “Harry Potter: Wizards Unite.”
We have a first look at Jude Law’s Captain Hook, BAFTA winners to announce, and rumors of an iconic time-traveling role for Kelly Macdonald.
by Monet Polny · Published November 18, 2020 · Last modified June 1, 2021
Need some new book recommendations? Newt Scamander has got you covered.
In this week’s Caption Contest, Professor Slughorn hosts students for dinner.
by Emily Lawrence · Published May 15, 2020 · Last modified November 17, 2022
For this year’s Endangered Species Day, why not have a look at the fantastic beasts of the wizarding world and what they share with our own magical Muggle creatures?
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