As the search for epic-sized fantasy books continues, especially since Harry Potter and The Hobbit have both become global franchises, Warner Bros has picked up author Anne McCaffrey's book series, Dragonriders of Pern to become their next blockbuster hit. Audiences should be prepared to see a fire-breathing dragon with telekinetic powers hitting the big screen. Read More »
Despite his visa problems earlier this week, Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe made his debut appearance at Comic-Con to promote his upcoming film Horns. Read More »
Bad habits die-hard, and Daniel Radcliffe is learning that the hard way. The Harry Potter star has tried everything to give up his habit of smoking cigarettes, but nothing seems to be working. The Daily Star is reporting that the actor usually has 20 cigarettes a day, and has tried both hypnotherapy and e-cigarettes to stop his addiction to the cancer stick, but both failed. The 24-year-old is so desperate to kick the habit that he is about to check himself into a smoking treatment center. Read More »
Harry Potter actor and and mixed-marital arts star Dave Legeno has died in Death Valley, California at the age of 50. Read More »
Ben Affleck might have a possible sidekick if he gets his own "Batman" movie. Daniel Radcliffe wants to be part of the Dark Knight franchise if "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" gets a sequel. Read More »
What do you get when you cross Harry Potter with some truly clueless parents? A hilarious Tonight Show video segment, that's what. Jimmy Fallon, who's filming his late night show in Orlando this week, decided to head to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park to quiz a few of the guests on their Potter knowledge. However, he didn't ask the kids, who would have surely gotten a perfect score on this quiz, he instead decided to ask their parents. Read More »
What do you get when you cross Harry Potter with some truly clueless parents? A hilarious Tonight Show video segment, that's what. Jimmy Fallon, who's filming his late night show in Orlando this week, decided to head to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park to quiz a few of the guests on their Potter knowledge. However, he didn't ask the kids, who would have surely gotten a perfect score on this quiz, he instead decided to ask their parents. Read More »
It was just announced that mtvU will be getting an all new award show to focus on your love for all things fandom related. Creatively titled the "Fandom Awards," these awards will be unlike any other. They will focus specifically on the shows that fans love that don't always get the recognition they deserve. The 24-hour MTV college network has released the first wave of categories including "Breakout Fandom of the Year," "Ship of the Year" (who you'd like to see together), and "Best Fandom Forever." Read More »
Congrats are in order for Emma Watson was becomes one of the newest graduates of Brown University today. The Harry Potter actress walked across the stage this morning (May 25) to receive her degree in English Literature. Read More »
The writer of the bestselling series "Harry Potter" is bringing her novel "The Casual Vacancy" to the premium cable provider for a three-hour miniseries. Rowling will serve as executive producer on the series, which will be written by Sarah Phelps, known for her work on "EastEnders." Jonny Campbell from Eric & Ernie fame will direct the miniseries. Read More »
Ever wanted to be a part of the magic that is Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Well now you can be. Read More »
In the Fall of 2013, we learned that Harry Potter scribe J.K. Rowling was penning a film adaptation of her 54-page book based on a textbook featured in the wizard tale. So we knew for a little bit that Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them would be coming to the big screen in the near future, but this week we learned that it would be split into three films for a grandiose movie trilogy for Warner Bros. Read More »
Fans of the Harry Potter book series seemed pretty excited when characters Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley ended up in a romantic relationship as they developed. However it turns out not everyone was happy with this romance, including the author of the books J.K. Rowling! According to a new piece in the magazine Wonderland entitled "JK admits Hermione should have wed Harry," the writer admits she hated the union! Read More »