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10 Adorably Magical 'Harry Potter' Babies

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:15:27 +0000

We’d like to take a moment to give sweet, sweet thanks to our girl J.K. Rowling for introducing us to the coolest wizard of all time– Harry Potter. Why? Because he rules. Remember how Harry fought off Lord Voldemort and had an awesome pet owl? It’s impressive stuff. There’s also one more important reason we think the [...]

Duke University Creates 'Harry Potter' Style Invisibility Cloak

Amanda Ferris — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 21:22:11 +0000

If you’re a fan of J.K. Rowling’s hit ‘Harry Potter‘ series, you must have longed for your own invisibility cloak so that you could go off on your own magical adventures just like Harry himself. But invisibility cloaks are merely fictional, right? Wrong! A team of researchers at Duke University have created the first invisibility [...]

The 10 Coolest Fictional Pets

Amanda Ferris — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 14:17:36 +0000

You might think you have the greatest pet in the world, but that's probably because you don't watch much TV. Instead of a cat that secretly hates you, fictional pets can be dragons or loyal household animals who stick by your side as you step out into the great unknown, rather than eating the contents of your bathroom trashcan the second you're out the door.

Quidditch Beer Pong Is the Nerdiest Drinking Game Ever

Cameron Simcik — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:58:33 +0000

Ever since the whole 'Harry Potter' franchise came into existence, our lives have become infinitely better. For starters, our cats now have adorable costumes to wear and we've learned tons of awesome spells. But there's one thing 'Harry Potter' has given us that undoubtedly reigns supreme in our books: Quidditch.

JK Rowling to Write More 'Potter' Books, Fans Completely Lose It

Amanda Ferris — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 18:07:23 +0000

If you're missing 'Harry Potter' and are desperately in need of a good Potter fix, then J.K. Rowling has some good news for you. In a recent interview with BBC News, she admitted that she'd written many of the 'Potter' novels on the run and is sorely tempted to expand upon the universe by writing a "director's cut." While that's not a direct "yes, I am writing a new Potter book," it's still a good sign for the legions of her devoted fans who miss Harry and his adventures at Hogwarts.

10 Real Life 'Harry Potter' Destinations You Can Visit

Carl Pettit — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:32:10 +0000

If you love 'Harry Potter,' you just might be happier than a Muggle with a new wand after you go through this list. What better way to indulge your Potter fantasies than by visiting some of the actual places made famous by the films? Check out these spots and start planning your Harry Potter adventure today!

Emma Watson Is the Web's Most Dangerous Celebrity

Emerald Catron — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 21:55:16 +0000

If you want to inconspicuously exact some revenge on somebody, just do a Google search for Emma Watson on their computer. According to new data, her name is presently associated with the most malicious websites of anybody on the internet.

J.K. Rowling Builds Awesome 'Harry Potter' Tree Houses for Kids

Donald Deane — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 14:37:28 +0000

In a move destined to make you wish that J.K. Rowling was your mom, the author of the 'Harry Potter' series recently won permission to build two massive 40-foot high tree houses in her backyard at a cost of almost $395,000.

Alan Rickman Brings Drama to the Tea Party

Danny Gallagher — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 22:00:54 +0000

Esteemed thespian and movie icon Alan Rickman has played a lot of villains. Being such an evil presence requires a heavy hand in just about everything he does, including some of the most mundane activities. He could make playing with a litter of happy puppies seem like the most sinister thing a man can do.

He brings that same gravitas to this series of artistic slow-motion videos.

Quidditch Olympics to Take Place Before London Games

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 19:43:33 +0000

One day Quidditch may be part of the Summer Olympics. But for now the sport J.K. Rowling invented in her ‘Harry Potter‘ books will settle on holding its latest tournament in close proximity to the Games of the XXX Olympiad, which will take place in London later this month. In fact, when the Olympic torch passed through Oxford [...]

'Lord of The Rings' Ripped Off 'Harry Potter' According to IMDB Poster

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 19:15:11 +0000

The IMDB messages boards usually host pretty decent discussions, as anonymous message boards go. However a recent entry on the page of the upcoming Peter Jackson movie ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ suggests IMDB isn’t immune to what is either some pretty slick “trolling” or some unprecedented stupidity. User Brian__007′s rant, in which he slams J.R.R. Tolkien [...]

Glass Harp Musician Plays Harry Potter Theme

Dan Seitz — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 14:00:23 +0000

You’ve heard the Harry Potter theme many times, performed many ways. But you’ve probably never heard a version quite like this one. This version is being performed on the glass harp. It’s not actually that expensive an instrument: the glass harp is simply wine glasses filled to different levels with water. The amount of water [...]

Watch Every Spell from the 'Harry Potter' Movies

Donald Deane — Wed, 30 May 2012 20:13:17 +0000

If your favorite part of the ‘Harry Potter‘ films is the use of magic, then this 17-minute supercut of nothing but the spells from the series is for you. Watch now. Don’t make us use the slug-vomiting charm on you. Taken out of context, all this wand waving does seem a bit silly. Still, it’s [...]

Is 'Harry Potter's' Quidditch Becoming A Real Sport?

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 11 May 2012 21:11:57 +0000

The Harry Potter saga may have ended with ‘The Deathly Hallows,’ but a surprising number of now-adults who grew up with the boy wizard and friends are keeping the fantasy series going by actually playing the once-fictional sport of Quidditch. The rules of Muggle Quidditch are fairly complicated, but it is described as “a full-contact [...]

Harry Potter and Friends Spotted in School Yearbook From the '90s

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:17:38 +0000

J.K. Rowling was an unknown struggling writer when she came up with the Harry Potter universe. And when she wrote it into book form, it became one of the greatest rags-to-riches stories in publishing history. But what if Harry Potter didn't really come from Rowling's supple imagination? What if Hogwarts was based on an actual real-life school for wizards, making Harry Potter essentially non-fiction?

'Harry Potter' vs. 'The Lord of the Rings' – Which Is Better?

TheFW Staff — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:45:19 +0000

In one corner, we have 'Harry Potter,' the wizard book series by J.K. Rowling that spawned eight movies and an international franchise, and put Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint on the map. Even after Potter and his pals finished battling monsters, evil sorcerers and, worst of all, school bullies, their story is still being read a million times over.

In the other, we have 'The Lord of the Rings,' J.R.R. Tolkien's masterpiece -- other than 'The Hobbit,' of course -- filled with epic battles, quests, magic and that creepy Gollum guy. Even years after the last book in the trilogy was published in 1986, the world of Middle Earth is still seeing new films being added to its legacy.

'Harry Potter' Author J.K. Rowling Set to Publish Novel for Adults

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 22:24:46 +0000

Like many of us, you probably love the ‘Harry Potter’ books and are eagerly awaiting author J.K. Rowling’s next children’s book. If so, please don’t be offended when we report that Rowling’s next book will be her first adult novel, according to publisher Little, Brown. While Rowling is remaining tight lipped on what her first [...]

Daniel Radcliffe Disses 'Hugo,' Says 'Harry Potter' Should've Scored Oscar Nod

Mike Sampson — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:42:59 +0000

Oh no you di'int, Daniel Radcliffe.

The former Harry Potter star, who's out promoting his latest film, 'The Woman in Black', told Radio Times he was disappointed ("miffed" as the Brits would say) that the final film in the franchise - 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2' - wasn't nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Especially "miffed" when you consider another certain Best Picture nominee.

Daniel Radcliffe and 'SNL' Offer a Peek at the 'Harry Potter' Cast 10 Years Later

TheFW Staff — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:03:53 +0000

Even though Harry Potter is over, that doesn't mean we can't see what the characters are up to. Now thanks to Daniel Radcliffe's appearance on 'SNL' last night, you can catch up with Harry, Hermione and all the rest. Take a look below.

'Harry Potter' Meets LMFAO in 'Potter Rock Anthem' Mash-Up [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:47:58 +0000

Among other things, 2011 will be known as the year the 'Harry Potter' film series came to a close, and the year of LMFAO's mega hit 'Party Rock Anthem.'

The two become one in this 'Harry Potter'/'Party Rock Anthem' mash up, courtesy of the creative musicians Best Day Ever.

'Twilight' Vs. 'Harry Potter' – Readers Pick Which Is Best!

TheFW Staff — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:36:09 +0000

A few days ago, we asked our humble readers to settle one of the most tense and life-altering debates of all time -- is 'Twilight' better than 'Harry Potter?' (Click here to see the poll.) Finally, we now have the answer, and the winner is...

Harry Potter's Snowy Owl Is Suddenly Popping Up All Over America

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:30:42 +0000

Snowy owls, the white-feathered birds who were made popular by Hedwig, Harry Potter‘s loyal companion and courier, are suddenly appearing in the Northern United States in record numbers. Experts say it is typical for some snowy owls to migrate south from their Arctic home about every three to four winters. But they have never seen so many [...]

'Twilight' vs. 'Harry Potter' — Which Is Better?

TheFW Staff — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:49:18 +0000

In one corner, we have 'Twilight,' the mega-popular vampire romance that launched the careers of Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson and Taylor Lautner.

In the other, we have 'Harry Potter,' the fantasy book series that gave us eight hit movies and made Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson household names.

So which is better? It's time for you to decide by voting in our poll below.

Daniel Radcliffe's Scary 'The Woman In Black' Trailer Is No 'Harry Potter' [VIDEO]

Bob Sassone — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:04:41 +0000

'Harry Potter' fans might be sad that the crazy popular film (and book) series has ended, but Harry himself, Daniel Radcliffe, has another movie coming out that might appeal to fans of that series.

It's not about magic spells and wizards on broomsticks, but it does have a mysterious person in black who scares the heck out of our hero.

Learn How to Make Your Own 'Harry Potter' Butterbeer [VIDEO]

Danny Gallagher — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:31:05 +0000

Until now, “butterbeer” was just a figment of J.K. Rowling’s million dollar imagination. As you’ll see in this instructional video, the tasty drink beloved by the ‘Harry Potter’ gang is now a reality. And you can make it at home. The cooks behind the YouTube show ‘Feast of Fiction‘ cracked the secret recipe of Harry’s [...]

Texas Woman Has 'Harry Potter' House Made for Her Cats [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:50:04 +0000

Texas woman Laura Marshall promises she’s not a crazy cat lady, but she did have a cat-friendly replica of the Weasley’s Burrow from ‘Harry Potter’ built in her backyard. “If you down play the cat part and up play yard art, is what I was going for,” she told Fox News. With just a few [...]

Behind-the-Scenes Footage of Ron and Hermione's First 'Harry Potter' Kiss Released [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 19:59:25 +0000

Because he has a sibling-like relationship with his costar in real-life, Rupert Grint was so traumatized by having to romantically kiss Emma Watson in 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows' that the actor has since repressed the experience. “I find it hard to recall anything about it," Grint told reporters. "I think it has been erased from my mind.”

Of course their kiss exists on film for everybody else to see, and in this behind-the-scenes look at 'Deathly Hallows' you can watch the pair brace themselves for the big moment, and learn about Watson's strategy to keep the number of takes at a minimum.

Secrets of J.K. Rowling's Pottermore Website Revealed [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:02:38 +0000

It's been two months since author J.K. Rowling whipped Harry Potter fans into a frenzy by releasing only the most cryptic details about what would be on her new site, Pottermore.

Although the site doesn't officially open to the public until October, there have already been over 22 million pageviews, and a million lucky people were chosen for a sneak peek and the opportunity to shape the website’s development. Those early users have been able to do things like learn new facts about the Potterverse, open an account at the goblin bank Gringotts, and collect items for a virtual “trunk.”

Harry Potter Trailer Recut to Look Like a Cheesy Teen Movie [VIDEO]

Alex Staub — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 20:47:13 +0000

The final film installment of fantasy series Harry Potter is currently in theaters, and fans who held the books and movies dear are sad to see the story come to a close.

In this well-edited re-imagining of the HP7 trailer, we get a glimpse of what the immensely popular saga might have looked like had it missed the mark and gone for typical teen comedy instead of the unique and imaginative world to which fans were treated. See the beloved characters Harry, Ron and Hermione deal with cliched teen adventures like young love, the big game and partying, all set to hip music.

Mysterious J.K. Rowling YouTube Announcement Stirs Up 'Harry Potter' Fans

Shauna Wright — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 22:00:16 +0000

If there’s one thing ‘Harry Potter’ author J.K. Rowling knows, it’s how to keep fans in breathless anticipation. With the book series long behind her and the film adaptation wrapping up with its final installment this summer, Rowling’s got a new project underway and she’s dropping cryptic hints across the internet. After 10 clues were [...]