Items by Sue

The Leaky Cauldron: Harry Potter news, exclusives and more

  • New Feature on LEGO Harry Potter Video Game

    Posted: December 16th, 2009, 6:23pm UTC by Sue
    The upcoming LEGO Harry Potter Years 1-4 game is featured in the new issue of Game Informer magazine and contains many new photos and information about the video game which is due out next year. In scans you can see here (1, 2, 3, 4, 5), we learn that you will play through each of the years separately (SS, CoS, PoA and GoF) but that you can bring a character forward to a different year, for exa...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/16/New_Feature_on_LEGO_Harry_Potter_Video_Game'

  • Amazon UK: Harry Potter on Top Selling Lists of the Decade

    Posted: December 16th, 2009, 4:51pm UTC by Sue
    Sales of Harry Potter items are in the news as UK Amazon has released several lists today of top sellers over the past decade. The Telegraph reports that in the Top Selling DVDs and Blu-rays of the decade for the online retailer, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban was number six on the list (number one was Mamma Mia followed by Lord of the Rings: Return of the King and Lord of the Rings: ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/16/Amazon_UK__Harry_Potter_on_Top_Selling_Lists_of_the_Decade'

  • Harry Potter: A Top Twitter Trend of 2009

    Posted: December 16th, 2009, 3:09am UTC by Sue
    Harry Potter has been on many minds of late, and is apparently the subject of many a tweet. Twitter, the communication system that lets you reach people around the world in 140 characters or less, has released their Top Trends for 2009. As noted in the Washington Post with the full list here, "Harry Potter" was the Top Movie trend edging out communications about films "New Moon," "District 9," ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/16/Harry_Potter__A_Top_Twitter_Trend_of_2009'

  • Scholastic and a Decade of Harry Potter

    Posted: December 15th, 2009, 5:19pm UTC by Sue
    As the year draws to an end, Scholastic, US publishers of the Harry Potter novels, have a reminder for us today of the remarkable decade that was, and the amazing impact of the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling. The sales figures are staggering, but as publisher Arthur A. Levine and VP of Scholastic reminds us, the true magic has been in the reading:"What the numbers leave out is the singular...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/15/Scholastic_and_a_Decade_of_Harry_Potter_'

  • Total Film: Harry Potter "Franchise of the Decade"

    Posted: December 14th, 2009, 3:59pm UTC by Sue
    This week, Total Film magazine is releasing their newest issue with ten different covers as part of their special on best of the decade. Harry Potter will be featured on one of the covers (also here in our galleries) as "Franchise of the Decade." Coming in at number 8, the cover says about Harry Potter: "From page to screen, how Harry Potter made movie magic. Plus, first word on the epic final...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/14/Total_Film__Harry_Potter__Franchise_of_the_Decade_'

  • Welcome to Hogsmeade: Photo Update on Harry Potter Theme Park Construction

    Posted: December 14th, 2009, 11:53am UTC by Sue
    Construction continues at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park attraction in Orlando, Florida and we have several new batches of photos to show you today, including our first look at the Hogsmeade village sign right here. This comes courtesy of OrlandoParknews, which has some terrific large size photos as well of the entrance to Hogwarts Castle, the brick facade now in place on the sh...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/14/Welcome_to_Hogsmeade__Photo_Update_on_Harry_Potter_Theme_Park_Construction'

  • Tom Felton and Bonnie Wright to Attend Harry Potter Theme Park in May

    Posted: December 13th, 2009, 8:50pm UTC by Sue
    The December issue of The Magazine from Canada contains new interviews with Tom Felton (Draco), Bonnie Wright (Ginny), James and Oliver Phelps (Gred & Forge), Jessie Cave (Lavender) and Dave Legeno (Fenrir) as part of the promotion for the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD. During the interview, they are asked about the upcoming Wizarding World of Harry Potter Theme Park currently unde...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/13/Tom_Felton_and_Bonnie_Wright_to_Attend_Harry_Potter_Theme_Park_in_May'

  • Fan Feature: A Gingerbread Office for Dumbledore

    Posted: December 13th, 2009, 3:41pm UTC by Sue
    During the holidays we often see many types of gingerbread houses as decorations, however today we thought you might enjoy a fun look at another gingerbread creation, Harry Potter style. Thanks much to TLC reader Brittany who made this very cool gingerbread Dumbledore's office, complete with Sorting Hat, Fawkes and Dumbledore himself (closeups here and here). You can see over 140 photos of the ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/13/Fan_Feature__A_Gingerbread_Office_for_Dumbledore'

  • The Times: J.K. Rowling a Top Person of the Decade

    Posted: December 13th, 2009, 2:40pm UTC by Sue
    The Times newspaper has an article now online listing what they call the "Top 50 People of the Decade." Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling is among those listed in the top ten (US President Barack Obama holds the number one spot). You can now see a high res scan here. Of our favorite author, the newspaper states: 6 J.K. ROWLING Author and philanthropist Although the Boy Wizard first appeare...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/13/The_Times__J.K._Rowling_a_Top_Person_of_the_Decade'

  • PotterCast Call for Holiday Filks

    Posted: December 13th, 2009, 1:45pm UTC by Sue
    To help us celebrate a very Harry holiday, PotterCast is issuing a call for new holiday Filks this year. Your creative renditions of holiday music with a decidedly Harry Potter twist are most welcome! If you are so inclined, we encourage you to please mail your recordings to staff@pottercast.com by next Sunday, December 20th to be included in the always popular holiday Filk show. Thanks so much!
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/13/PotterCast_Call_for_Holiday_Filks'

  • JK Rowling and Tom Felton Appear at British Comedy Awards (Updated)

    Posted: December 13th, 2009, 1:01am UTC by Sue
    Thanks to TLC reader Andy who let us know that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling presented at the British Comedy Awards tonight in London. Update: The first photo of JKR at the event can be seen here at the BBC, thanks Roonwit! The Daily Mail reports that JKR presented an award to her very good friend Peter Kay noting: "He's one of Britain's best loved comics and the creator of by far the funnie...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/13/JK_Rowling_and_Tom_Felton_Appear_at_British_Comedy_Awards__Updated_'

  • New Profile of Bonnie Wright

    Posted: December 13th, 2009, 12:55am UTC by Sue
    The Mail on Sunday has a new feature online tonight with actress Bonnie Wright. In this lengthy profile which contains several new photos, Bonnie reflects on growing up during her years with the Harry Potter series as Ginny Weasley, as well life at University, her work with fashion and much more. During the interview (more photos found here courtesy of Magical Menagerie), Bonnie speaks to the n...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/13/New_Profile_of_Bonnie_Wright_'

  • Recap from Live Half-Blood Prince Screening with Dan Radcliffe

    Posted: December 13th, 2009, 12:34am UTC by Sue
    UPDATE: Thanks to Lauren from our Order partner, Danradcliffe.com you can download the audio right here. Enjoy!As posted below actor Dan Radcliffe took part in the BD Live community screening via of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Joining him was producer David Barron, filling in for an ailing David Yates who is suffering from the flu and together, they provided fans from around the wor...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/13/Recap_from_Live_Half_Blood_Prince_Screening_with_Dan_Radcliffe'

  • JK Rowling and Tom Felton Appear at British Comedy Awards

    Posted: December 12th, 2009, 10:23pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to TLC reader Andy who let us know that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling presented at the British Comedy Awards tonight in London. Andy writes she presented an award to her friend Peter Kay. Also, as announced earlier, actor Tom Felton (Draco) also presented an award. We hope to have photos and video soon, stay tuned!Thanks Andy!
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/12/JK_Rowling_and_Tom_Felton_Appear_at_British_Comedy_Awards'

  • Reminder: Live Blu-Ray Community Screening of Half-Blood Prince with Dan Radcliffe Today

    Posted: December 12th, 2009, 7:15pm UTC by Sue
    UPDATE: Folllow our Twitter for live updates from screening!A reminder again that today at 3:00pm Eastern (soon!) actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry) and director David Yates will be taking part in a BD- Live community screening via your Blu-ray copy of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. There are still plenty of spots open and you can still register right here at this link. Registration closes at...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/12/Reminder__Live_Blu_Ray_Community_Screening_of_Half_Blood_Prince_with_Dan_Radcliffe_Today'

  • WSJ: Tom Felton Talks Jason Isaacs, Draco and Epilogue of Deathly Hallows, More

    Posted: December 11th, 2009, 11:31pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to the Wall Street Journal we have an another good interview with Tom Felton to update you on tonight, where the Draco Malfoy actor discusses working on Deathly Hallows, his character in the Epilogue, making some of the features found on the newly released Half-Blood Prince DVD and more. Of interest are new comments from Tom who says they have just filmed "some of the very last scenes fr...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/11/WSJ__Tom_Felton_Talks_Jason_Isaacs__Draco_and_Epilogue_of_Deathly_Hallows__More'

  • Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on Oscar VFX Short List

    Posted: December 11th, 2009, 9:57pm UTC by Sue
    Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is one of the semifinalists of films in consideration for a VFX Oscar. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has released this list of 15 films that are on the shortlist for Achievement in Visual Effects. In early January, this list will be narrowed to seven finalists for the Oscars which will be announced Tuesday, February 2, 2010. The list of c...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/11/Harry_Potter_and_the_Half_Blood_Prince_on_Oscar_VFX_Short_List'

  • Snape Speaks: Video Interview with Alan Rickman on the Potions Master and Deathly Hallows

    Posted: December 11th, 2009, 9:47pm UTC by Sue
    Well this is quite a holiday treat: Rare video interviews are now online with actor Alan Rickman on his role as Professor Severus Snape in the Harry Potter film series. Mr. Rickman, who has routinely refused (in most cases, not all, but most) to speak at length about the pivotal character he portrays in the films, answered several questions at the Hudson Union Society recently about Snape. Alan...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/11/Snape_Speaks__Video_Interview_with_Alan_Rickman_on_the_Potions_Master_and_Deathly_Hallows'

  • MTV: Filming on Deathly Hallows Now Will Run Until June 2010

    Posted: December 11th, 2009, 3:11am UTC by Sue
    There are several new interviews to update on tonight, as actor Tom Felton has been busy with the press during his recent trip to New York. One of those interviews has been with MTV, where Tom discusses filming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and the article points out the ongoing shoot still has a long way to go, stating that filming will now run until June. Of interest are new comments f...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/11/MTV__Filming_on_Deathly_Hallows_Now_Will_Run_Until_June_2010'

  • Scholastic.com Interview with Bonnie Wright and Tom Felton

    Posted: December 10th, 2009, 6:26pm UTC by Sue
    Scholastic.com has a new interview online today with Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley) and Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy.) In this interview they discuss a variety of topics including  their thoughts on Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling, scenes from the books they wish had been filmed and the final Harry Potter novel. Quotes of interest:Q: Are you both happy about the way your parts got more important in...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/10/Scholastic.com_Interview_with_Bonnie_Wright_and_Tom_Felton_'

  • Tom Felton: No Confirmation Yet on Aging for Deathly Hallows Epilogue

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 11:11pm UTC by Sue
    Several times in the past, cast members have discussed the possibility of playing themselves 19 years in the future for the epilogue to Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. MTV has a new interview online tonight with actor Tom Felton who says he has not had confirmation yet on how that scene will be handled. Quotage: "For the big-screen adaptation, does that mean older actors will portray Harr...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/Tom_Felton__No_Confirmation_Yet_on_Aging_for_Deathly_Hallows_Epilogue'

  • Stressbusters and the HPA on Livestream Tonight

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 10:44pm UTC by Sue
    It's December and for a great many people this is not only a time for holiday happiness, but a great deal of stress and anxiety. The Harry Potter Alliance is holding a meeting tonight on Livestream at 8:30pm (Eastern) to discuss ways we can all deal with stress in our lives (and not resort to the worst sort of Muggle mindset and behavior) For ten days, various HPA staffers are blogging right he...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/Stressbusters_and_the_HPA_on_Livestream_Tonight'

  • Jessie Cave Talks Fenrir Attack Scene for Deathly Hallows

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 10:10pm UTC by Sue
    Last week, several cast members (Tom Felton, Matt Lewis, Evanna Lynch and Jessie Cave) of the Harry Potter films took part in a public signing event at HMV for the release of the Half-Blood Prince DVD in London. Emma from Snitchseeker.com was at the event and spoke to the cast members including Jessie Cave who briefly mentions her role as Lavender Brown for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows....
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/Jessie_Cave_Talks_Fenrir_Attack_Scene_for_Deathly_Hallows_'

  • Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD Sets New UK Sales Record

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 6:10pm UTC by Sue
    The brand new Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD set new sales records as it broke first day sale records when it was released in the UK on December 7th. Released on DVD, Blu-ray, EST (Electronic Sale-Through) and Video on demand, Half-Blood Prince became the fastest selling DVD of 2009 with a whopping 840,000 copies of the sixth Harry Potter film sold. Notably, 53,000 of that number w...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/Harry_Potter_and_the_Half_Blood_Prince_DVD_Sets_New_UK_Sales_Record'

  • Tom Felton to Present at British Comedy Awards this Weekend

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 5:46pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to Feltbeats for the news that actor Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy) will be presenting at the British Comedy Awards this weekend. Due to air on ITV Saturday, December 12th, the show is to be hosted by Jonathan Ross, and Tom will be presenting an award. Anyone who can capture the video of this, please send it in! Also as noted on his official Twitter, Tom is currently in New York doing a whole...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/Tom_Felton_to_Present_at_British_Comedy_Awards_this_Weekend'

  • New Charity Auction to Win Trip to Set of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 5:30pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to the Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund who let us know about a great auction the are holding for their charity this holiday season where the winner will get a visit to the set of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. According to the description of the auction "The winning parent and lucky child will visit the set during the filming of the next Harry Potter movie in London in the fir...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/New_Charity_Auction_to_Win_Trip_to_Set_of_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows'

  • CNN: Harry Potter Actors Reflect, Look Forward to Life Post Deathly Hallows

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 4:06pm UTC by Sue
    CNN has a new article online today where cast members reflect back on the beginning of their time with the Harry Potter series as well as life post Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Of interest are comments from Dan Radcliffe who spoke about that first day for filming of Sorcerer's Stone: "It was September 29, 2000," Daniel Radcliffe, now 20, told CNN with a hint of nostalgia about his firs...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/CNN__Harry_Potter_Actors_Reflect__Look_Forward_to_Life_Post_Deathly_Hallows'

  • Daniel Radcliffe Talks Script Changes and More for Deathly Hallows

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 2:35pm UTC by Sue
    MTV has released several articles where actor Daniel Radcliffe discusses the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. In a video and print interview found here, Dan speaks of the constant changes and hectic pace of the final films in the Harry Potter series, saying "It's chaos and it's fear and we're terrified we're not going to get it right, and it's absolute madness with rewrites and sc...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/Daniel_Radcliffe_Talks_Script_Changes_and_More_for_Deathly_Hallows'

  • LEGO Harry Potter Website Launched

    Posted: December 9th, 2009, 2:02pm UTC by Sue
    The new official website for the LEGO Harry Potter has now been launched. At this link, you can find new wallpapers for your computer and phones (even Blackberry) a video section containing the high def video preview we showed you the other day, along with the first teaser trailer. Over in the VIP section (password: Alohomora) fans can access a brand new making of video (also here in our galler...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/09/LEGO_Harry_Potter_Website_Launched'

  • Harry Potter, The Exhibition to Open in Ontario, Canada April, 2010

    Posted: December 8th, 2009, 5:08pm UTC by Sue
    Harry Potter, The Exhibition is on the move again, due to open in Ontaria, Canada in April of 2010. The traveling exhibition of props and sets used in the Harry Potter films is currently on display in Boston, Mass until February 21st and is then due to open April 9, 2010 at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada marking the first stop outside the US. The exhibition will run unti...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/08/Harry_Potter__The_Exhibition_to_Open_in_Ontario__Canada_April__2010'

  • Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Ultimate Collector's Editions DVDs Release Tomorrow

    Posted: December 8th, 2009, 1:33am UTC by Sue
    Tomorrow here in the US we will see the release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on DVD and Blu-Ray as well as the first two Ultimate Collector's Editions for Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. As a reminder, many Blockbusters are holding release parties tonight for the HBP DVD and if you are attending please send in your photos and repor...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/08/Harry_Potter_and_the_Half_Blood_Prince__Ultimate_Collector_s_Editions_DVDs_Release_Tomorrow'

  • New Photos of Matt Lewis at "B Someone" Event

    Posted: December 8th, 2009, 1:26am UTC by Sue
    Thanks to Megan from Matthew-Lewis.com who let us know about some new photos she has of actor Matt Lewis at a UK event held in October. Matt took part in an event to help the "b someone" campaign which "focuses on the benefits for young people of taking responsibility for their own educational attainment and skills development. It hopes to inspire young people to ‘b someone’ for their future an...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/08/New_Photos_of_Matt_Lewis_at__B_Someone__Event'

  • It's a Happy Sparkling Christmas for Harry, Hermione and Ron

    Posted: December 8th, 2009, 12:29am UTC by Sue
    Thanks to Virgin Media who let us know about a festive approach they are taking as they launch all six Harry Potter films on Virgin Media Movies on Demand this holiday season. Created by UK artist Prudence Emma Staite, three fresh and creative portraits were made of Harry (Dan Radcliffe), Hermione (Emma Watson) and Ron (Rupert) using traditional Christmas decorations and food. In beautiful colo...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/08/It_s_a_Happy_Sparkling_Christmas_for_Harry__Hermione_and_Ron_'

  • New LEGO Harry Potter Video Game Preview

    Posted: December 7th, 2009, 5:00pm UTC by Sue
    Check it out! Thanks to WB for this adorable new High res video preview of the LEGO Harry Potter video game, with this new website set to go live very soon. Set during years one through four, game players will be able to go to Diagon Alley, to Hogwarts, through Sorting, take on that pesky Troll in the Dungeon, meet Fluffy, even play QUIDDITCH (yes Lego Quidditch) and much much more before a mee...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/07/New_LEGO_Harry_Potter_Video_Game_Preview_'

  • Harry Potter Cast Members Attend British Independent Film Awards

    Posted: December 7th, 2009, 1:49pm UTC by Sue
    Several cast members of the Harry Potter films attended the British Independent Film Awards last night in London. As seen here in our galleries, Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy), Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley), Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley), Jamie Campbell Bower (young Grindlewald, DH), Ian Hart (Prof. Quirrell) Nick Moran (Scabior, DH) were all the event. You can see a video interview with Jason Isaac...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/07/Harry_Potter_Cast_Members_Attend_British_Independent_Film_Awards'

  • Photos, Video from HMV Harry Potter Cast Member Signing

    Posted: December 6th, 2009, 8:52pm UTC by Sue
    As expected, several cast members made an appearance at the HMV store in London, England today where they signed the Blu-ray for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and met with fans. Thanks to Heatworld, we can see early photos of Tom Felton (Draco) Matt Lewis (Neville) Evanna Lynch (Luna) and Jessie Cave (Lavender) here in our galleries, with more on the way soon. You can see video of the ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/06/Photos__Video_from_HMV_Harry_Potter_Cast_Member_Signing'

  • Photos, Video from HMV Harry Potter Cast Member Signing (Updated)

    Posted: December 6th, 2009, 8:52pm UTC by Sue
    Update: There is now a contest to win one of those Harry Potter cast member autographed Blu-rays from Heatworld, but enter soon as ends tomorrow, good luck!As expected, several cast members made an appearance at the HMV store in London, England today where they signed the Blu-ray for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and met with fans. Thanks to Heatworld, we can see early photos of Tom Fe...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/06/Photos__Video_from_HMV_Harry_Potter_Cast_Member_Signing__Updated_'

  • Holiday Sales: Extended Movie Only DVDs of Sorcerer's Stone, CoS at Target, More

    Posted: December 6th, 2009, 1:41pm UTC by Sue
    It's definitely a very Harry holiday sale week ahead as many retailers are advertising today for the upcoming release here in the US of the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD (see here for the complete high res video and screencaps of the Deathly Hallows sneak from the disc). At Target (print ad here), fans can purchase the two disc HBP Dvd with the digital download which will come with...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/06/Holiday_Sales__Extended_Movie_Only_DVDs_of_Sorcerer_s_Stone__CoS_at_Target__More'

  • High Def Deathly Hallows Sneak Peek: New Harry, Hermione Dancing, Undesirable Number One

    Posted: December 6th, 2009, 12:30am UTC by Sue
    Thanks to Alex from the TheRemembrall.org we now have the complete and high definition video along with some great high res stills of the sneak peek for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows contained on the Half-Blood Prince DVD. New is the still of Harry and Hermione are dancing which is a new scene as described by David Yates earlier this well. Be sure to check out the closer look at the  Und...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/06/High_Def_Deathly_Hallows_Sneak_Peek__New_Harry__Hermione_Dancing__Undesirable_Number_One_'

  • Harry Potter Novels by JK Rowling on Multiple Best of Decade Lists

    Posted: December 5th, 2009, 2:58pm UTC by Sue
    As we near the end of 2009, many publications and websites are releasing their "best of the decade" lists, many which include the Harry Potter novels by J.K. Rowling. First Bookseller points out that our favorite author is the biggest selling author of the decade, saying "J K Rowling unsurprisingly holds the top spot with sales worth a spellbinding £215.9 million, according to Nielsen BookScan....
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/05/Harry_Potter_Novels_by_JK_Rowling_on_Multiple_Best_of_Decade_Lists'

  • Watch the First Five Minutes of Half-Blood Prince DVD Online

    Posted: December 5th, 2009, 2:19pm UTC by Sue
    While we have seen this officially released before, you can now watch the first five minutes of the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD online here via the Sun who note: "Our exclusive clip is jam-packed with action as we see the Death Eaters flying through London.The dark wizards can be seen destroying the infamous Millenium Bridge as people run and scream with terror."
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/05/Watch_the_First_Five_Minutes_of_Half_Blood_Prince_DVD_Online'

  • HBP DVD Press Interviews

    Posted: December 5th, 2009, 1:33pm UTC by Sue
    As part of the release for the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD (with the Deathly Hallows sneak ), members of the cast have done several new interviews. Now available are videos from the AP, ITN and WireImage as follows:Update: ET Canada continues their HBP interviews, this with Bonnie WrightAP:  Dan Radcliffe on the Blu-ray Live screening of HBPITN: Dan, Rupert Grint, Bonnie Wright  ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/05/HBP_DVD_Press_Interviews_'

  • Harry Potter Wall Art Update

    Posted: December 5th, 2009, 1:11pm UTC by Sue
    Earlier this year we told you about the new HarryPotterWallart.com website which was now carrying official high end Harry Potter removable wall decals. Today, we can bring you an update on many new items that have been added to the collection as well as a special offer for readers of the Leaky Cauldron. First, many new pieces have been added to the collection including some wonderful scenes and...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/05/Harry_Potter_Wall_Art_Update_'

  • Join PotterCast on Livestream Today at Noon for Deathly Hallows Talk and More

    Posted: December 4th, 2009, 4:46pm UTC by Sue
    UPDATE: Thanks to all who were patient and joined us for the show. Be sure to check out that DH preview right here.Excited by all the recent Half-Blood Prince, Ultimate Collector's Editions DVDs and especially the new looks at Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows films? Please join PotterCast who will be on Livestream very very soon, starting at Noon (12pm Eastern) where we will be discussing a...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/04/Join_PotterCast_on_Livestream_Today_at_Noon_for_Deathly_Hallows_Talk_and_More'

  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallow Sneak Peek Online

    Posted: December 4th, 2009, 4:45pm UTC by Sue
    Check it out! Part of the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows  sneak peek is now online and you can enjoy it right here. UPDATE: Screencaps are now here. You will see and hear someone, Mr. Ollivander (John Hurt) or Xeno Lovegood (Rhys Ifans) speaking about the three Deathly Hallows, see the Pervell grave at Godric's Hollow, Trio dashing through London, through the woods, very exciting business...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/04/Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallow_Sneak_Peek_Online'

  • More New Deathly Hallows Footage: Ron in London, Harry Hermione in Snow (Godric's Hollow?)

    Posted: December 4th, 2009, 2:37pm UTC by Sue
    As a follow to the four second ET Canada footage from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows from last night, three more new seconds are now online (yes really that's it). New is a shot of Ron peering around the corner in what looks like London, and another new shot Harry and Hermione in the snow, looking down at the ground (Godric's Hollow, camping? we dont know).Thanks again Julian!
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/04/More_New_Deathly_Hallows_Footage__Ron_in_London__Harry_Hermione_in_Snow__Godric_s_Hollow__'

  • J.K. Rowling: An EW Entertainer of the Decade

    Posted: December 4th, 2009, 1:00pm UTC by Sue
    The newest issue of Entertainment Weekly features the best of the past ten years, with our favorite author gaining a spot in the Top 15 Entertainers of the Decade. Coming in at number 3, the magazine writes of Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling:"As 1999 came to a close, J.K. Rowling and Harry Potter were already household names — as long as those households contained literate children with a vora...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/04/J.K._Rowling__An_EW_Entertainer_of_the_Decade'

  • Orlando Sentinel on Marketing for Wizarding World of Harry Potter

    Posted: December 4th, 2009, 12:31pm UTC by Sue
    The Orlando Sentinel has an interesting piece online today regarding marketing for the upcoming Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park attraction, as well as some great new overhead photos of the ongoing construction in Florida.The article discusses the recent vamped up marketing, including the TV commercials we've shown you earlier, as well as mentioning the Road to Hogwarts contest to win...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/04/Orlando_Sentinel_on_Marketing_for_Wizarding_World_of_Harry_Potter_'

  • First Footage from "Deathly Hallows": Bill, Fleur Wedding, Trio in Woods

    Posted: December 4th, 2009, 2:18am UTC by Sue
    Check it out! The first footage from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows sneak peek is now online. At this link, (or here for download via our galleries) thanks to TLC reader Jullan, we can see four seconds (yes really that's all) of Bill and Fleur dancing at their wedding with a jubilant happy Mrs. Weasley and guests clapping and cheering as seen tonight on ET Canada. There is also a quick gl...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/04/First_Footage_from__Deathly_Hallows___Bill__Fleur_Wedding__Trio_in_Woods'

  • High Res Photo of Harry from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

    Posted: December 4th, 2009, 12:33am UTC by Sue
    Now in high res, we have the second official photo from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part One. This photo shows Dan Radcliffe as Harry walking into what is believed to be Grimmauld Place. Enjoy!
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/04/High_Res_Photo_of_Harry_from_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows'

  • Nicholas Hooper's Score for Harry Potter and Half-Blood Prince Nominated for Grammy

    Posted: December 3rd, 2009, 11:09am UTC by Sue
    Congratulations are in order today as Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince has been nominated for a Grammy Award. The score composed by Nicholas Hooper for the sixth Harry Potter film is among those nominated s "Best Score Soundtrack Album For Motion Picture, Television Or Other Visual Media." Others nominated include scores for "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" (composed by Alexander Des...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/03/Nicholas_Hooper_s_Score_for_Harry_Potter_and_Half_Blood_Prince_Nominated_for_Grammy'

  • David Yates Talks King's Cross Scene for Deathly Hallows, More

    Posted: December 3rd, 2009, 2:53am UTC by Sue
    A new interview has surfaced online from La Vibra where director David Yates comments on the King's Cross scene for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Just as in the novel by J.K. Rowling, Harry (played by actor Dan Radcliffe) will appear nude for the dramatic scene where Harry meets his former teacher, the late great Professor Dumbledore. This news follows the confirmation from...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/03/David_Yates_Talks_King_s_Cross_Scene_for_Deathly_Hallows__More'

  • Reminder: Canadian Entertainment Tonight to Feature Deathly Hallows Set Visit Tonight

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 10:03pm UTC by Sue
    UPDATE: Thanks to TLC Reader Jallen, you can see the video here on youtubeIt is also available here in our galleries.A reminder that as we posted last month, ET Canada will be airing their visit to the set of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows tonight at 7:00pm as part of the buildup to the release of the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD.  TLC reader Radcakesfan owled to say that Ry...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/Reminder__Canadian_Entertainment_Tonight_to_Feature_Deathly_Hallows_Set_Visit_Tonight'

  • Second Official Photo from Deathly Hallows: Harry in Grimmauld Place

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 8:49pm UTC by Sue
    Check it out! Courtesy of Yahoo Movies UK  we now have the second official photo from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, this showing Harry (Dan Radcliffe) entering what seems to be Grimmauld Place. Thanks Orkim!
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/Second_Official_Photo_from_Deathly_Hallows__Harry_in_Grimmauld_Place'

  • Blockbuster to Hold Midnight Release Parties for Half-Blood Prince DVD

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 6:11pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to Blockbuster who let us know that many of their stores here in the US will be holding midnight release parties for the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD on Monday, Dec. 7th. Many of the stores will be starting their event at 7 or 8pm in the evening with games, music, magic shows contests and more, plus you can reserve your DVD now for $5.00 (USD) and pay the rest when you purc...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/Blockbuster_to_Hold_Midnight_Release_Parties_for_Half_Blood_Prince_DVD'

  • Jingle Spells Meets the HPA in Livestream Meeting Tonight

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 4:45pm UTC by Sue
    Jingle, Jangle, Jingle Spells 3, here is a fun bit of news to help put you in a very Harry holiday mood. There will be a gathering of Dumbledore's Army tonight on Livestream at 8pm Eastern with Andrew Slack and the great crew from the Harry Potter Alliance. They will be joined by Paul DeGeorge of Harry and the Potters, Matt Maggiacomo from the Whomping Willows,  Justin Finch-Fletchley (gooo Huf...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/Jingle_Spells_Meets_the_HPA_in_Livestream_Meeting_Tonight'

  • PureHMV Points to Purchase Priority Wristbands for Harry Potter Cast Signing

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 4:14pm UTC by Sue
    Readers will recall that four members from the Harry Potter films (Tom Felton, Matt Lewis, Evanna Lynch and Jessie Cave) will be appearing at HMV store 150 Oxford Street in London, England on December 6th for a signing of the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Blu-ray. While there are only 400 wristbands allotted for fans to obtain to take part in the signing, PureHMV has a way for you to p...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/PureHMV_Points_to_Purchase_Priority_Wristbands_for_Harry_Potter_Cast_Signing'

  • Wizarding World of Harry Potter Construction Photos and Video Update

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 3:56pm UTC by Sue
    A new month brings a fresh new batch of photos from the ongoing construction at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park attraction in Florida. Thanks to Orlando United, there are good new photos now in our galleries, notably: this of the shops at Hogsmeade Village,  and their crooked chimneys, as well as this of the giant Hogwarts Castle, the many towers, and other side buildings of the ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/Wizarding_World_of_Harry_Potter_Construction_Photos_and_Video_Update_'

  • Tom Felton, Matt Lewis, Phelps Brothers Interviews Today for Radio and TV

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 1:46pm UTC by Sue
    For those of us who follow actors Tom Felton (Draco), Matt Lewis (Neville) and James and Oliver Phelps  (Fred & George) via their official Twitter pages, you will have noticed several statements about various UK radio and television interviews underway before the release of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD. As per Feltbeats, Tom Felton will also be a guest on Switch with Annie and Nic...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/Tom_Felton__Matt_Lewis__Phelps_Brothers_Interviews_Today_for_Radio_and_TV'

  • New Activity for Road to Hogwarts Sweepstakes: Death Eaters Duel

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 2:55am UTC by Sue
    Check it out: a new activity has now launched via Cinematical in the Road to Hogwarts Sweepstakes. Now open at this link is the Death Eaters Duel, where you can take on Draco Malfoy, Fenrir Greyback and Bellatrix Lestrange and earn another entry into the contest to win a trip to the grand opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park next year. For more on the Sweepstakes and additi...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/New_Activity_for_Road_to_Hogwarts_Sweepstakes__Death_Eaters_Duel'

  • Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Nominated for Satellite Award

    Posted: December 2nd, 2009, 2:36am UTC by Sue
    Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is among those nominated at the 14th Annual Satellite Awards in the category of "Best Motion Picture (Animated or Mixed Media). Others nominated in this category include "Up," "Fantastic Mr. Fox," "Where the Wild Things Are," "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs," and "The Princess and the Frog."  Also nominated for his supporting actor role in "The Damned U...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/02/Harry_Potter_and_the_Half_Blood_Prince_Nominated_for_Satellite_Award'

  • Video: Rupert Grint, Phelps Twins Cast a Spell with New iPhone Application

    Posted: December 1st, 2009, 11:10pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to WB for sending over this new video of Rupert Grint (Ron) along with James and Oliver Phelps (Fred & George) that shows the  cast members enjoying the new Spells application for iPhone and iPod Touch. As noted previously, this application is described as follows: "Spells is a game app that transforms your iPhone or iPod touch into a magic wand. Once you have received your wand at Olliv...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/01/Video__Rupert_Grint__Phelps_Twins_Cast_a_Spell_with_New_iPhone_Application'

  • Matt Lewis and Jessie Cave to Appear on BBC Two TMI Program This Saturday

    Posted: December 1st, 2009, 10:14pm UTC by Sue
    Actor Matt Lewis (Neville) and Jessie Cave (Lavender Brown) are due to be guests on a BBC morning program called TMI this weekend. According to the CBBC website: "Sam and Mark host another jam-packed Saturday morning with more fun, fooling around and famous faces. Mini Viva and Harry Potter's mates, Lavender Brown and Neville Longbottom, are in the studio. Plus the search for the mightiest TMi-...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/01/Matt_Lewis_and_Jessie_Cave_to_Appear_on_BBC_Two_TMI_Program_This_Saturday'

  • Reminder: Previews of Half-Blood Prince DVD, More Due This Weekend on ABC Family

    Posted: December 1st, 2009, 4:42pm UTC by Sue
    A quick reminder that this week we will see a sneak peek of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD and more this weekend during the annual ABC Family 25 Days of Christmas. There is new commercial, seen right here in our video galleries, highlighting the Harry Potter Weekend, which will also have preview clips from the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD as well as the two Ultimate Co...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/01/Reminder__Previews_of_Half_Blood_Prince_DVD__More_Due_This_Weekend_on_ABC_Family'

  • First Official Photo from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Plus New Video Interviews

    Posted: December 1st, 2009, 11:18am UTC by Sue
    UPDATE: Here it is in glorious High Res, thanks to WB.December kicks off in fine style as USA Today has the first official photo from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (or right here in our image galleries.) Readers will recall this scene was shot in London, England last April as you can see right here from this location photo. The USA Today article has several new quotes from actor Rupert G...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/12/01/First_Official_Photo_from_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows_Plus_New_Video_Interviews'

  • David Yates: Dan Radcliffe to be Naked for Silver Doe and Lake Scene in Deathly Hallows

    Posted: November 30th, 2009, 2:12pm UTC by Sue
    In Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling, readers will recall one pivotal chapter called "The Silver Doe" where the Horcrux locket caused Ron to imagine his worst fears and played upon his insecurities and emotions. In a preview with Video Business of the new Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows movie sneak peek contained on the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/30/David_Yates__Dan_Radcliffe_to_be_Naked_for_Silver_Doe_and_Lake_Scene_in_Deathly_Hallows'

  • David Yates and Cast Members Talk Half-Blood Prince DVD and More

    Posted: November 30th, 2009, 2:18am UTC by Sue
    Thanks to our friends at Oclumencia for pointing us to a series of interviews with Vira-Tempo blog where director David Yates and several of the cast members discuss the upcoming Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD. Links can be found here: Dan Radcliffe, David Yates, Rupert Grint,  Bonnie Wright, and Emma Watson. Of interest are new comments from Dan Radcliffe and David Yates on that Bl...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/30/David_Yates_and_Cast_Members_Talk_Half_Blood_Prince_DVD_and_More'

  • Photos: Jason Isaacs, Tom Felton, Matt Lewis and Bonnie Wright in London

    Posted: November 30th, 2009, 1:57am UTC by Sue
    Several stars from the Harry Potter films were out and about in London, England recently and we have some new photos to show you. First, actor Jason Isaacs (Lucius Malfoy) and Bonnie Wright (Ginny) attended the EA Children's BAFTAs, with photos of Jason here, and Bonnie here, with additional photos now available here in our galleries.  Also as seen via his official Twitter, Tom Felton (Draco) w...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/30/Photos__Jason_Isaacs__Tom_Felton__Matt_Lewis_and_Bonnie_Wright_in_London'

  • WB Lowers Price of Harry Potter Spells Application for iPhone Plus New Contest

    Posted: November 29th, 2009, 2:38pm UTC by Sue
    WB has now lowered the price of their new Harry Potter Spells application for iPhone and iPod Touch to $2.99 (down from $4.99) At the official site, you can learn more about this fun game application tranforms your iPhone into a wand where you can duel and cast 14 different spells, and you can see a helpful training video here in our galleries. You can purchase the application here at iTunes.  ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/29/WB_Lowers_Price_of_Harry_Potter_Spells_Application_for_iPhone_Plus_New_Contest_'

  • Evanna Lynch Brings Harry Potter Holiday Magic to Irish Television Audience

    Posted: November 28th, 2009, 11:18pm UTC by Sue
    It was a very Harry holiday for lucky members of an Irish television show last night as actress Evanna Lynch (Luna) was a guest on the RTE Late Late Show.  Evanna presented the entire audience with gift baskets full of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVDs, books, wands and more. You can see Evanna on the show here at an hour and 39 minutes into the program. During the brief appearance, E...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/28/Evanna_Lynch_Brings_Harry_Potter_Holiday_Magic_to_Irish_Television_Audience'

  • Sky News Interviews Dan Radcliffe and Rupert Grint

    Posted: November 28th, 2009, 10:37pm UTC by Sue
    Many readers owled to say UK Channel Sky News aired this new video interview today (also here in our video galleries) with actors Dan Radcliffe and Rupert Grint from the set of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. During the interview,  Dan says that filming of late has been quite busy and he caught a cold after a sequence where he "was lying in a pool of mud and dust and smoke and it irritate...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/28/Sky_News_Interviews_Dan_Radcliffe_and_Rupert_Grint'

  • Holiday Shopping Deals for Infinitus, at WB Shop, Plus New Page for Harry Potter Spells Application

    Posted: November 25th, 2009, 10:26pm UTC by Sue
    Tomorrow is Thanksgiving here in the US, which is now traditionally followed by a day (and weekend) of some great sales. As such, our friends at Infinitus 2010 have asked us to pass along an opportunity they are offering this Friday, November 27. If you register for the Harry Potter Symposium that day, you will receive a ten dollar gift certificate for use at the Infinitus merchandise table whe...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/25/Holiday_Shopping_Deals_for_Infinitus__at_WB_Shop__Plus_New_Page_for_Harry_Potter_Spells_Application'

  • JKR Signed Deluxe Book with New Sketch of Harry Potter by Mary GrandPre Part of Charity Auction

    Posted: November 25th, 2009, 9:55pm UTC by Sue
    A young man in Florida is efforting to help the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and his local Sarasota Habitat for Humanity with a new auction of a special Harry Potter book. Author J.K. Rowling contributed a signed book plate for a special Deluxe edition of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows which also features a new sketch of Harry Potter by artist Mary Grandpre which you can see here....
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/25/JKR_Signed_Deluxe_Book_with_New_Sketch_of_Harry_Potter_by_Mary_GrandPre_Part_of_Charity_Auction'

  • Video of New Wizarding World Ad, Rumor of Feature on Celebrity Apprentice

    Posted: November 25th, 2009, 1:24pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks much to TLC reader Cassandra M, we now have video here in our galleries of one of the new commercials airing on NBC for the upcoming Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park attraction at Universal Orlando due to open next Spring.On a related note, we've gotten a tip that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be featured on one of the new episodes of NBC's Celebrity Apprentice. Also...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/25/Video_of_New_Wizarding_World_Ad__Rumor_of_Feature_on_Celebrity_Apprentice'

  • Bonnie Wright on a Return Trip to King's Cross Station for Deathly Hallows Epilogue

    Posted: November 25th, 2009, 12:57pm UTC by Sue
    Actors Tom Felton (Draco) and Bonnie Wright (Ginny) were among those interviewed for Belgium magazine Het Nieuwsblad (scan here) where they spoke about filming of the epilogue for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. In a translation below, Tom said it would probably be the last scene they filmed and Bonnie spoke again about making a return trip to King's Cross station where she did her first ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/25/Bonnie_Wright_on_a_Return_Trip_to_King_s_Cross_Station_for_Deathly_Hallows_Epilogue'

  • eTalk Canada, ET Canada Feature Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

    Posted: November 25th, 2009, 12:43pm UTC by Sue
    The publicity machine is moving into high gear as we near the release of both the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD and the first official images and footage from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Several readers owled to let us know that as seen on their official Twitter, eTalk Canada broadcast a short interview from the set of Deathly Hallows featuring interviews with Dan Radclif...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/25/eTalk_Canada__ET_Canada__Feature_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows'

  • Ben Shepard to Film "Behind the Magic" of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

    Posted: November 24th, 2009, 11:13pm UTC by Sue
    Popular UK host Ben Shepard has announced via his official Twitter he is off to Leavesden studios tomorrow to film another of the "Behind the Magic" series on the making of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. He says he's not allowed to post photos as its all secret, but promises to update with what he can, stay tuned!Many thanks Andy!
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/24/Ben_Shepard_to_Film__Behind_the_Magic__of_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows'

  • Ben Shepard to Film "Behind the Magic" of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (

    Posted: November 24th, 2009, 11:13pm UTC by Sue
    Popular UK host Ben Shepard has announced via his official Twitter he is off to Leavesden studios tomorrow to film another of the "Behind the Magic" series on the making of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. He says he's not allowed to post photos as its all secret, but promises to update with what he can, stay tuned!Update: In surprise, we do have this new photo of Mr. Shepard with Dan Radc...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/24/Ben_Shepard_to_Film__Behind_the_Magic__of_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows__'

  • Video: Rupert Grint on the Chess Scene from Ultimate Collector's Edition

    Posted: November 24th, 2009, 11:05pm UTC by Sue
    The new edition of the newsletter from WarnerBlu contains a bonus for subscribers: This new clip  (or here in our galleries) from the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Ultimate Edition DVD featuring Rupert Grint then and now on the chess scene at the end of the movie. You can also see caps of this already in our galleries.Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Ultimate Collector's Edition DV...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/24/Video__Rupert_Grint_on_the_Chess_Scene_from_Ultimate_Collector_s_Edition_'

  • Cast Signed Half-Blood Prince Book, Uncorrected Proofs and Signed First Edition Harry Potter Novels Due for Auction

    Posted: November 24th, 2009, 9:55pm UTC by Sue
    Next month, there will be a very large auction for a number of rare and valuable collection of children's literature including several Harry Potter novels by author J.K. Rowling. With the auction to take place on December 16th, items of note will include a rare uncorrected proof of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, uncorrected proof copy of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, plus ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/24/Cast_Signed_Half_Blood_Prince_Book__Uncorrected_Proofs_and_Signed_First_Edition_Harry_Potter_Novels_Due_for_Auction'

  • Yorkshire Dales to Feature as Scenic Backdrop in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

    Posted: November 24th, 2009, 4:33pm UTC by Sue
    There is word today of some additional gorgeous landscape from the UK that will feature in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. While many beautiful locations have been filmed, notably the beaches of Wales and the highlands of Scotland, today there is news that the Yorkshire Dales will be seen in the final Harry Potter films. The report says: "Grassington Moor and the impressive 8...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/24/Yorkshire_Dales_to_Feature_as_Scenic_Backdrop_in_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows'

  • New Video of Tom Felton Discussing Wizarding World of Harry Potter

    Posted: November 24th, 2009, 12:26am UTC by Sue
    Thanks to Universal Orlando for sending over this new clip of Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy) discussing the upcoming Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park attraction currently under construction in Florida. While we expect a more definitive date released soon, this video notes that indeed the park will be open in Spring, 2010. On a related note, be sure to check out the latest construction phot...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/24/New_Video_of_Tom_Felton_Discussing_Wizarding_World_of_Harry_Potter_'

  • Direct Links to Half-Blood Prince DVD Clips, More

    Posted: November 23rd, 2009, 10:41pm UTC by Sue
    Similar to what we saw last week, Warner Bros has now released several direct links to preview clips from the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD which you can find below. Reminder: Be sure to check out our earlier newspost regarding screencaps of the entire DVD, plus enjoy video of the deleted scenes found here.*Fight for his life (very short clip from cave scene)Quicktime: High (700), ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/23/Direct_Links_to_Half_Blood_Prince_DVD_Clips__More'

  • Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Top Book of the Decade

    Posted: November 23rd, 2009, 9:30pm UTC by Sue
    UK newspaper The Telegraph has compiled a series of lists of things that defined this decade. One such list involves the top 100 books, with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling taking the number one spot. Quotage: "If you don’t know what a Muggle is by now, you’re either Rip van Winkle or enormously stubborn. This is the seventh and final instalment in Rowling’s record-brea...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/23/Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows_Top_Book_of_the_Decade'

  • Filming of Interior Ministry of Magic Scenes for Deathly Hallows Due Next Month

    Posted: November 22nd, 2009, 4:25pm UTC by Sue
    As readers will recall in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, there is a sequence where the Trio make a trip to the Ministry of Magic and transform into workers. Earlier this year, we saw location filming (photos and report here) for exteriors of this scene in London, which also involved the adult actors playing the Ministry of Magic workers. Today Wales online has a new interview with one of...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/22/Filming_of_Interior_Ministry_of_Magic_Scenes_for_Deathly_Hallows_Due_Next_Month'

  • More Reports of March, 2010 Release Date for LEGO Harry Potter Video Game

    Posted: November 22nd, 2009, 3:33am UTC by Sue
    Back in June TLC reported that pre-orders for the new LEGO Harry Potter video game are now available, bearing a March 26, 2010 release date. Tonight, there are several more sites showing pre-orders with various March release dates, notably this Target pre-order card for the Wii platform of the game and a March 23, 2010. Play.co.uk has a March 26, 2010 date yet Barnes and Noble says March 1, 201...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/22/More_Reports_of_March__2010_Release_Date_for_LEGO_Harry_Potter_Video_Game'

  • New Half-Blood Prince DVD Trailer, Knowing Voldemort Clip, Years One to Six Giftset Trailer, More

    Posted: November 22nd, 2009, 12:03am UTC by Sue
    Amazon.com now has a new clip (and here in our galleries) from the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD online. In the video producer David Heyman speaks to the ultimate plan of Voldemort and the Horcruxes we learn about in HBP. Meanwhile over on the UK Amazon site we can see a new trailer for the special Harry Potter Years One through Six DVD giftset. Update: Also download here in our ga...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/22/New_Half_Blood_Prince_DVD_Trailer__Knowing_Voldemort_Clip__Years_One_to_Six_Giftset_Trailer__More'

  • First Looks at Xeno in Lovegood House, More from Deathly Hallows Found on Ultimate Editions DVDs

    Posted: November 21st, 2009, 9:29pm UTC by Sue
    As readers will recall Warner Bros will be releasing the first video preview at Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows next month when the Half-Blood Prince DVD is released in the US and UK. However, there are quick glimpses contained within the extras on both the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Ultimate Editions released this week in several coun...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/21/First_Looks_at_Xeno_in_Lovegood_House__More_from_Deathly_Hallows_Found_on_Ultimate_Editions_DVDs'

  • Vote Harry Potter at Mashable Open Web Awards

    Posted: November 21st, 2009, 8:05pm UTC by Sue
    The world of Harry Potter is represented this year at the annual Mashable Open Web Awards. Celebrating the best on the net, voting is now open for a variety of categories, including two that relate to Harry Potter. First Tom Felton (Draco) @TomFelton is among those nominated as "Best Actor/Actress" to follow on Twitter. A Very Potter Musical from the great group at StarKidPotter  is among those...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/21/Vote_Harry_Potter_at_Mashable_Open_Web_Awards'

  • Joe DeGeorge of Harry and the Potters Featured by PBS Nova

    Posted: November 21st, 2009, 3:34pm UTC by Sue
    Harry Potter meets Science meets Wizard Rock...of sort as PBS Nova has a new special online called "Secret Lives of Scientists"  and features Joe DeGeorge of Harry and the Potters. Many of you might know that Joe is one half of the popular Wizarding rock group, but he is also a serious Physics student at Clark University, and on the site we can learn more about his passion for both science and ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/21/Joe_DeGeorge_of_Harry_and_the_Potters_Featured_by_PBS_Nova'

  • ScreenCaps of Entire SS, CoS Ultimate Collector's Editions DVD Extras, Deleted Scenes, More

    Posted: November 21st, 2009, 2:47pm UTC by Sue
    As we've been reporting all week, the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD as well as the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Ultimate Collector's editions of the DVDs have been released in several countries around the world (not due out until next month in US/UK) As a result, our amazing and very hard working galleries crew have been able to ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/21/ScreenCaps_of_Entire_SS__CoS_Ultimate_Collector_s_Editions_DVD_Extras__Deleted_Scenes__More'

  • New Harry Potter Spells Application Training, Sorting Hat Video

    Posted: November 21st, 2009, 12:43pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to WB for sending over this new "training" video for those who have purchased the new Harry Potter Spells application for iPhone and iPod Touch. At the official site you can also see a short new "sorting hat" video that is part of the application and videos for three of the 14 different spells including "Confringo," "Oppugno," and "Expecto Patronum." The Harry Potter Spells application i...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/21/New_Harry_Potter_Spells_Application_Training__Sorting_Hat_Video'

  • Trio Film 2009 Children in Need Appeal

    Posted: November 20th, 2009, 10:25pm UTC by Sue
    Daniel Radcliffe (Harry), Rupert Grint (Ron) and Emma Watson (Hermione) are among the celebrities this year who have filmed a special appeal as part of the annual BBC Children in Need charity drive to help disadvantaged children in the UK. Broadcast earlier tonight on BBC1, thanks to our Order Partner RupertGrint.net, you can now see the video of their appeal at this link.Thanks Rg.net!
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/20/Trio_Film_2009_Children_in_Need_Appeal'

  • J.K. Rowling Loves Butterbeer and More from Wizarding World of Harry Potter Sneak Peek

    Posted: November 20th, 2009, 9:55pm UTC by Sue
    It's not often that we get to see the creator of the wonderful world of Harry Potter  enjoying a bit of magical fun, so we are delighted to report a fun tidbit today. The video of the sneak peek of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter from the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince DVD is now online, and in this piece which you can see here, there is this glimpse of Harry Potter author J.K. Rowl...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/20/J.K._Rowling_Loves_Butterbeer_and_More_from_Wizarding_World_of_Harry_Potter_Sneak_Peek'

  • Gorgeous Artwork from First Two Harry Potter Ultimate Collector's Editions DVD Booklets

    Posted: November 20th, 2009, 9:41pm UTC by Sue
    We have another treat for you today, this in the form of the scans from the booklets found in the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Ultimate Collector's Edition DVDsThanks to our own Erna, we can now show you in gorgeous high res scans of the Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows concept art including Malfoy Manor  and now Shell Cottage. It is rath...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/20/Gorgeous_Artwork_from_First_Two_Harry_Potter_Ultimate_Collector_s_Editions_DVD_Booklets'

  • WB Launches New Potions Game, Hogwarts Kit for More Entries in Road to Hogwarts Contest

    Posted: November 20th, 2009, 1:01am UTC by Sue
    Check it out! WB has now launched a new Perfect Potion Maker game to earn additional entries for the Road to Hogwarts Sweepstakes. As seen on YahooKids (and open to play without entering the sweepstakes) you can make your own Potions or follow some of those recipes found on the site. Completion of the activity will earn you another entry for a chance to win a  trip to the Grand Opening of the W...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/20/WB_Launches_New_Potions_Game__Hogwarts_Kit_for_More_Entries_in_Road_to_Hogwarts_Contest'

  • Aerial Shots of City of Hunsbury England Filmed for Deathly Hallows

    Posted: November 20th, 2009, 12:49am UTC by Sue
    Thanks to TLC reader Emma, we know that the city of Hunsbury, England will feature in overhead shots for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Emma pointed us to this article which says: "The Warner Brothers team went up in a helicopter to film aerial footage of the residential area last Thursday.As reported by this newspaper they had posted letters to residents asking them to leav...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/20/Aerial_Shots_of_City_of_Hunsbury_England_Filmed_for_Deathly_Hallows'

  • Imelda Staunton as Umbridge: Back in Pink for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

    Posted: November 20th, 2009, 12:35am UTC by Sue
    The always fabulous Imelda Staunton is the subject of a new profile in the Daily Mail. In the new interview she remarks on her return performance as the horrible ex-Professor Umbridge and her reign of (interrogation) terror in the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, noting: "Now, that is a great role,' she says with relish. 'It was wonderful playing this baddie dressed in pink, and t...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/20/Imelda_Staunton_as_Umbridge__Back_in_Pink_for_Harry_Potter_and_the_Deathly_Hallows'

  • Rade Serbedzija Films First Scenes as Gregorovitch

    Posted: November 19th, 2009, 10:34pm UTC by Sue
    Thanks to reader Petra for the heads up on this article from Croatia that says actor Rade Serbedzija has completed his first scenes as Wandmaker Gregorovitch for the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. In a rough translation of the piece, Mr. Serbedzija says that he has one scene with acclaimed actor Ralph Fiennes (Lord Voldemort) and praised the actor calling him "amazing." He also ...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/19/Rade_Serbedzija_Films_First_Scenes_as_Gregorovitch'

  • Direct Links to Sorcerer's Stone, Chamber of Secrets Ultimate Edition DVD Clips

    Posted: November 19th, 2009, 6:32pm UTC by Sue
    WB has now released direct links to some great interview clips with then very young cast members from the upcoming Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Ultimate Edition DVDs. Also of interest are comments from the filmmakers on the special effects and more in the first two films.  While we've seen these released (some just recently) we thought you mi...
    Permalink for 'The_Leaky_Cauldron__Harry_Potter_news__exclusives_and_more/2009/11/19/Direct_Links_to_Sorcerer_s_Stone__Chamber_of_Secrets_Ultimate_Edition_DVD_Clips'