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Daniel Radcliffe gives personal ranking of every Harry Potter film

Daniel Radcliffe gives personal ranking of every Harry Potter film

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Daniel Radcliffe has weighed in on the ranking of the Harry Potter film adaptations, admitting he was surprised by some of his own preferences. The British actor, 36, played the lead role in eight film adaptations of JK Rowling’s best-selling book series, between 2001 and 2011. During an appearance on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Radcliffe was presented with bracketed choices between pairs of Harry Potter films, which were then whittled down to an overall winner: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part Two, a film he described as “my favourite of all of them”. Daniel Radcliffe pictured in April 2026 (Getty Images) Radcliffe explained that he has “more time now for me in the early films”, which included the inaugural adaptation Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (2001), and the followup Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002). …

In the Hands of the Master Potter – OpentheWord.org

In the Hands of the Master Potter – OpentheWord.org

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Credit: pexels, pixabay.com By Jill Austin Potter …the Lord says to you. “There’s a price. Do you want My presence and My miracles? Do you want Me? There’s a price behind the anointing. You must be willing to take up your cross and follow Me.” Now imagine you’re sitting in church singing the same songs and staring at the same walls when suddenly the room fills with the fragrance of Jesus. You turn to see some awesomely beautiful vessels of God enter the congregation. Their transparent glaze wondrously reflects the image of Jesus, and you immediately know they’ve been in the higher fires. They’ve paid an incredible price for the powerful anointing they carry. In your spirit you can see Jesus walking up and down the aisles with wedding gowns on His arm. He’s saying, “I’m calling you to be My bride.” “I’m calling you to come into the high fires to let My glory fall upon you, but it will cost you,” He says. “You’ll have to die to your reputation, your theology, and …

Bill Nighy transforms into Harry Potter character in audiobook clip

Bill Nighy transforms into Harry Potter character in audiobook clip

Published by Daniella Wilson

Love Actually star Bill Nighy is no stranger to Harry Potter, having played Minister for Magic Rufus Scrimgeour in 2010 film Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1. Now, he is returning to the franchise, in the newly released full-cast audio adaptation of Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince – and Radio Times has got an exclusive clip. The clip sees Nighy take on his new role as Professor Slughorn, potions master at Hogwarts during the final two books of the series, played by Jim Broadbent in the films. It also features Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Jaxon Knopf as Harry Potter and Cush Jumbo as the narrator. Both book readers and fans of the films will recognise the clip as the scene in which Dumbledore and Harry go to Professor Slughorn’s house, where he is disguised as an armchair in a dilapidated room. With Slughorn’s disguise exposed, he and Dumbledore then set about fixing up the room. You can listen to the clip right here: Want to see this content? This page …

Ralph Fiennes Reveals Who Should Play Voldemort in Harry Potter Series

Ralph Fiennes Reveals Who Should Play Voldemort in Harry Potter Series

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Ralph Fiennes has shared who he’d want to see play Lord Voldemort in HBO‘s upcoming series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Fiennes recently appeared on BBC’s The Claudia Winkleman Show and was asked for his opinion on who should take over the villain role, which has not yet been cast. “I remember being asked the question, ‘Would I reprise the part?’ This was some years ago. And I said, ‘Yes, I’d love to,’” he said. “But then nothing’s happened, and I think that ship has sailed.” Though he finally admitted, “I’ll tell you, Tilda Swinton was mentioned somewhere as being a contender, and I think she would be amazing.” Swinton is known for her Oscar-winning performance in Michael Clayton and for her portrayal of the White Witch in The Chronicles of Narnia. Her credits also include Suspiria, Snowpiercer, We Need to Talk About Kevin, Asteroid City and The Room Next Door, among many more. The 28 Years Later star played Voldemort in five of the eight Harry Potter films, led by Daniel Radcliffe. Last …

Harry Potter legend addresses possible return in upcoming HBO reboot amid recast rumours

Harry Potter legend addresses possible return in upcoming HBO reboot amid recast rumours

Published by Daniella Wilson

Harry Potter star Ralph Fiennes has addressed whether he would reprise the role of Voldemort in the upcoming streaming series, where the sinister villain is yet to be cast. Warner Bros-owned streaming platform HBO Max, which only recently launched in the UK, is behind a new adaptation of the Harry Potter saga, which hopes to be an even more thorough and faithful live-action version. Recently, a slew of images from the new series – including first looks at Paapa Essiedu (Babies, The Capture) as Professor Snape and Nick Frost (Transaction, How to Train Your Dragon) as Hagrid – attracted a huge amount of attention. But while several iconic roles have been recast, a huge question remains over the role of Harry Potter’s terrifying arch-nemesis, Lord Voldemort, who Fiennes portrayed in five of the eight original films. Appearing on The Claudia Winkleman Show last night, the Conclave star discussed whether he’d return to the role – and suggested that his position on the matter had changed. Want to see this content? This page contains content provided …

Harry Potter reboot roasted by ‘Black Snape’ on SNL: ‘The whole wizarding world is racist’

Harry Potter reboot roasted by ‘Black Snape’ on SNL: ‘The whole wizarding world is racist’

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Saturday Night Live has poked fun at the new Harry Potter reboot’s casting choices. Days after HBO released the trailer for the forthcoming series adapted from J.K. Rowling’s beloved books, comedian Kam Patterson appeared Saturday on “Weekend Update” as Professor Severus Snape — a character previously played by the late white actor Alan Rickman, but now being portrayed by Black actor Paapa Essiedu. After “Weekend Update” host Colin Jost introduced Snape, Patterson joked that the franchise’s titular character was “racist as hell.” “We got this new kid. His name is Harry Potter, and he’s racist as hell,” Snape said. “Harry Potter — or, the Proud Boy Who Lived — spent the whole year telling everybody that the school’s only Black teacher was secretly evil.” Jost replied, referring to the plot of the first book in the series: “I think he’s just …

John Lithgow reveals ‘extremely difficult thing to contemplate’ about joining Harry Potter reboot in series’ new documentary

John Lithgow reveals ‘extremely difficult thing to contemplate’ about joining Harry Potter reboot in series’ new documentary

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter John Lithgow has opened up about aging alongside his new Harry Potter co-stars. Lithgow, 80, is taking on the role of Albus Dumbledore in HBO’s forthcoming TV reboot of the famous film franchise. In the film’s new documentary, Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic, Lithgow spoke about the realities of filming the role at his age. “I knew that while I did the first season of Harry Potter, I would be turning 80 years old,” he explained. “That meant that I would age to about 88 before it was all over. “This is an extremely difficult thing to contemplate,” he continued. “They’re gonna grow up in this. And I’m gonna grow older with them.” John Lithgow spoke about the Harry Potter reboot in the series’ new documentary (Getty Images) Arabella Stanton, Dominic McLaughlin and Alastair Stout will star in the …

Harry Potter star Bonnie Wright announces second baby in adorable Easter update with son Elio

Harry Potter star Bonnie Wright announces second baby in adorable Easter update with son Elio

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Congratulations are in order for Harry Potter star Bonnie Wright, who has announced that she is expecting her second child in an adorable Easter update. Taking to Instagram on Sunday, the Ginny Weasley actress shared a photo of her son, Elio, lying with his head in his mum’s lap. She captioned it: “Two babies on my lap. Our second little earthling joining us this autumn!!” © Instagram/@thisisbwrightBonnie announced the happy news with a picture of her son, Elio, kissing her baby bump The upcoming arrival will be Bonnie’s second child with her husband, Andrew Lococo, whom she married in 2022. The couple welcomed their first child, Elio, in September 2023. Bonnie’s followers react to the news Bonnie has 3.8 million followers on Instagram, many of whom were quick to share their congratulations in the comments. Evanna Lynch, who played Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter series, wrote: “Ahhh congratulations Bonnie!!!” Another user commented: “The type of joy the world needs! Congrats and big love,” while a third penned: “The best news Bonnieeeeeeeee.” A fourth added: …

Harry Potter reboot roasted by ‘Black Snape’ on SNL: ‘The whole wizarding world is racist’

Saturday Night Live roasts Harry Potter reboot on Weekend Update: ‘The whole wizarding world is racist’

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Saturday Night Live has poked fun at the new Harry Potter reboot’s casting choices. Days after HBO released the trailer for the forthcoming series adapted from J.K. Rowling’s beloved books, comedian Kam Patterson appeared Saturday on “Weekend Update” as Professor Severus Snape — a character previously played by the late white actor Alan Rickman, but now being portrayed by Black actor Paapa Essiedu. After “Weekend Update” host Colin Jost introduced Snape, Patterson joked that the franchise’s titular character was “racist as hell.” “We got this new kid. His name is Harry Potter, and he’s racist as hell,” Snape said. “Harry Potter — or, the Proud Boy Who Lived — spent the whole year telling everybody that the school’s only Black teacher was secretly evil.” Jost replied, referring to the plot of the first book in the series: “I think he’s just …

HBO to take fans behind the scenes of new Harry Potter series in standalone special

HBO to take fans behind the scenes of new Harry Potter series in standalone special

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter For Harry Potter fans eagerly awaiting HBO’s new TV adaptation, the streamer is preparing to air a behind-the-scenes teaser to tide them over. This weekend, months before the series’ Christmas Day debut, the streamer will release a standalone special, Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic. “Told through the lens of the artists, craftspeople, and technicians bringing J.K. Rowling’s beloved books to life for a new generation,” it will offer “an in-depth look at the making of the first season,” a press release states. Narrated by Nick Frost, who plays Rubeus Hagrid in the show, the exclusive will also feature interviews with key cast members, including John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, and Paapa Essiedu, who star as Albus Dumbledore, Professor McGonagall and Professor Snape, respectively. In a trailer for the special, released Thursday, a set designer standing beside a mock of the …