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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“I’ve been a lifelong Harry Potter fan,” Harington told anchor Craig Melvin about his personal connection to the franchise.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2026
Nor does Felton appear concerned that Harry Potter is being adapted again relatively soon after the films.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
While some actors might want to distance themselves from the role that made them famous, Felton has embraced his connection to Harry Potter.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Are the new logos for Hogwarts houses in HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series actually more “historically” accurate?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
I told her that prophecies can be broken — I told her the whole logic of prophecies is questionable— ALBUS: In twenty-four hours’ time Voldemort curses himself trying to kill the baby Harry Potter.
From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling
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