Harry Potter
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The first book in the series was published in England as Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and in the United States as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. It was made into a film in 2001.
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The actor, who played Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter film series, said he supported the decision as it was a "beautiful film" and "much of it is still completely valid".
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
It’s a catchy idea that explains why figures like Peter Parker, Luke Skywalker and Harry Potter have a lasting hold on their fans in ways that other heroes don’t.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
The show's first season - named Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone after the UK title of Rowling's first book - will be launched on HBO Max on 25 December.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
The teenage superhero’s fans skew younger than those of Batman, Superman and even Harry Potter, according to research firm Parrot Analytics, whose data doesn’t include children.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
“My cousin is at Harry Potter World right now,” he says, flicking his thumb over his phone screen.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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