Harry Potterseries aiming for 2026 premiere on Max after J.K. Rowling meeting

In an earnings call, Warner Bros. There is indeed more Hogwarts on the horizon. Rowlingto discuss the project. Danielle Radcliffe.Everett Collection Weve not been shy about our excitement aroundHarry Potter," Zaslav said on the call. “The last film was made more than a dozen years ago. Both sides are thrilled to be reigniting this franchise.” We cant wait to share a decade of new stories with fans around the world on Max....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 132 words · Ashley Collins DDS

Harry Potterstar Tom Felton details substance abuse struggles and his escape from rehab in memoir

Tom Feltonopened up about his past struggles with addiction in his memoir. “When you’re drinking to escape a situation, even more so. The habit spilled out of the bar and, from time to time, on to set.” ‘Harry Potter’ star Tom Felton details substance abuse struggles and his escape from rehab in memoir.Mike Marsland/Getty Images I’d turn up unprepared, not the professional I wanted to be. The alcohol, though, wasn’t the problem....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Laura Maldonado

Harry Potterstars pay tribute to Maggie Smith: 'She kept Gryffindors on their toes'

The word legend is overused but if it applies to anyone in our industry then it applies to her. Thank you Maggie." She was real, honest, funny and self-honouring. Maggie Smith as Minerva McGonagall.Warner Bros/Everett Maggie, there were a lot of male professors and by God you held your own. Thank you for all of your kindness. I’ll miss you." Maggie Smith as Minerva McGonagall and Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley in ‘Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire’....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 473 words · Morgan Hess

Harry PotterTV show holds open casting call to find new Harry, Ron, and Hermione, bans franchise text in auditions

The “Harry Potter” TV series is searching for the beloved trio. “c’mon, nothing fromHarry Potter. like use your own accent.” Daniel Radcliffe (Harry), Rupert Grint (Ron), and Emma Watson (Hermione) in ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’.Peter Mountain/Warner Bros. TOLGA AKMEN/AFP via Getty Images The internet, though, has declined to comment on the announcement. “Our priority is whats on the screen. Obviously, the Harry Potter story is incredibly affirmative and positive and about love and self-acceptance....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Amanda Moore

Harry Styles attends One Direction bandmate Niall Horan's concert, sings along to 'Stockholm Syndrome'

The song is from 1D’s 2014 album “Four.” Harry Styleshas not forgottenOne Direction. He left the group, which also featured Liam Payne and Louis Tomlinson, in 2015. The original One Direction — Louis Tomlinson, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, Niall Horan, and Zayn Malik — perform in 2011.Dave Hogan/Getty Though they were together for only a short time, One Direction was a phenomenon. But Malik left in 2015, and the rest of the members went on hiatus the following year....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 207 words · Samantha King

Harvey Weinstein addresses Julia Stiles' remarks about 'slimy'Down to Youdance scene, says it enhanced film's appeal

Julia Stiles is a talented and charismatic actress who naturally connects with audiences. “It was a time when teen rom-coms were really popular, and the director wrote the script. He was a first-time director and he was a very, very intelligent, capable guy. KENA BETANCUR/POOL/AFP via Getty; Jamie McCarthy/Peacock via Getty The script was very good,” she explained at the time. “And then Harvey Weinstein got his hands on it.”...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 132 words · Claudia Vargas

Hasan Minhaj spoofs stand-up controversy, fact-checks his new comedy special: 'Getting ahead of this'

The comedian addresses the fact-check controversy in “Off With His Head,” streaming now on Netflix. Hasan Minhajis now better prepared to handle any potential controversies following the release of his new comedy special. “This is misleading,” says Katie. Hasan Minhaj.John Nacion/Getty “Hasan uses any excuse he can find to show his nude photos. Sick f—.” This is true, according to Katie. Another joke, “Im a heterosexual man. I lie all the time....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Adriana Byrd

Haunted House FearFest horror film festival will terrify New Yorkers this Halloween

Event showcases the work of independent filmmakers and game developers from around the world. Some people spend all year looking forward to Christmas. The festival was previously based in the U.K. Haunted House FearFest.Haunted House FearFest Haunted House FearFest is now accepting film and video game submissions for this year’s festival. Find out more via the event’sFilm Freeway page. Want more movie news?

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 63 words · Dr. James Avery

Haunted Mansiondirector explains 'beef' with 2003 Eddie Murphy version: 'We tried to depart or improve'

“Not to dunk on the movie. “Not to dunk on the movie,” he continues. In theaters, I was a little too old for it, but what I appreciated was Rob Minkoff. Eddie Murphy in 2003’s ‘Haunted Mansion’ and LaKeith Stanfield in 2023’s ‘Haunted Mansion’.Everett Collection; Disney He’s a genius. And I appreciated the elevation that they were going for. In Simien’s 2023 update,Jamie Lee CurtisportraysMadame Leota, whileJared Letoplays the fan-favoriteHatbox Ghost....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 93 words · Jill Clark

Haunted Mansiondirector Justin Simien reveals movie's secret ride Easter egg no one will notice

Warning: This article contains spoilers forHaunted Mansion. But, we never really call it out, we never really zoomed in on it. Gradually, through the film, she gets older, just like she does on the ride." Rosario Dawson, Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson, and LaKeith Stanfield in ‘Haunted Mansion’.Disney That angle has to hit. That’s how specific we were,“he previously told EW. Haunted Mansionis now playing in theaters nationwide. Justin Simien.Wes Ellis

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 70 words · Brittany Bird

Havoccast and character guide: Meet Tom Hardy's crew of bruisers, gangsters, and crooked cops

The bloody, bone-cracking action movie is now streaming on Netflix. He’s also one of the minds behind AMC’sGangs of London(2020present). The riotous ensemble sets the stage for many thrilling, gory, andimpeccably-choreographed action sequences. Tom Hardy stars in ‘Havoc’ as Walker.Credit:Courtesy of Netflix They’re not likable characters by any stretch of the imagination, and they’re protagonists. They’re almost kind of like anti-heroes in a way." Let’s meet those anti-heroes, as well as the familiar faces playing them....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 470 words · Heather Powell

Havocdirector Gareth Evans breaks down those 2 epic action scenes: 'I've never taken on a sequence of that scale'

Netflix If ever a film earned its title, it’sGareth Evans’Havoc. The first comes inside and around a spacious two-story nightclub packed with partygoers. Metal pipes, cleavers, champagne bottles, and Uzis are all in the mix. Tom Hardy as Walker in ‘Havoc’.Credit:Netflix The second notable action scene comes inside, outside, and underneath an isolated fishing shack. In its most memorable moment, Walker dispatches a particularly vicious henchwoman with a harpoon to the neck....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 565 words · Tracy Garza

Havocending explained: Unpacking the Tom Hardy movie’s bloody final moments (and its potential for a sequel)

Here’s who survived the Netflix film’s many shoot-outs and brawls. Who killed Tsui inHavoc? “I warned you your son wasn’t ready to lead.” Tom Hardy as Walker in ‘Havoc’.Credit:Netflix Who dies inHavoc? Alotof people die inHavoc,including several dozen red-shirt Triads, cops, and other minor players. In terms of major characters, here’s a quick breakdown. Jessie Mei Li as Ellie and Sunny Pang as Ching in ‘Havoc’.Netflix The explosive Medusa nightclub sequence finds crooked cop Hayes (Gordon Alexander) caught in the crossfire....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 447 words · Donna Rogers