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Trio Film 2009 Children in Need Appeal

Fri Nov 20 17:25:00 -0500 2009

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!

Doh! Dan Radcliffe Set to Dazzle in "Simpsons" Parody of "Twilight" Series

Wed Nov 18 11:59:00 -0500 2009

Here is a rather delicious bit news today, as Entertainment Weekly and MTV report that actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) will lend his voice for the hit animated series "The Simpson." In what is sure to be a sparkling performance ;) Dan will sport fangs of a sort for a parody episode based on the mega hit Twilight series where he will portray a character named Edmund (yes, really) "a boy vampi...

Director Chris Columbus Reflects on Trio and the First Two Harry Potter Films

Mon Nov 16 18:27:00 -0500 2009

As part of the build up to the release of the much anticipated Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets Ultimate Edition DVDs due next month, director Chris Columbus is the subject of a new feature in the LA Times Hero Complex blog. In this article, Chris Columbus reflects back on the casting of the Trio and remarks too at how far they have come since th...

Video: Tom Felton Talks Half-Blood Prince, Deathly Hallows on GMTV

Mon Nov 16 06:23:00 -0500 2009

As noted via his official Twitter, actor Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy) was a guest this morning on UK channel GMTV. At this link, you can now watch the video, (also here in our galleries) where Tom discusses the soon-to-be-released DVD for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, as well as the upcoming Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows where he confirms they are half-way done filming on the two ...

Another Sorcerer's Stone Ultimate Edition Clip Online

Fri Nov 13 19:58:00 -0500 2009

More new footage from the upcoming Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Ultimate Collector's Edition is now online. As seen here on youtube, this clip features behind the scenes footage of director Chris Columbus working with Dan Radcliffe (Harry) and Sean Biggerstaff (Oliver Wood) on location at Alnwick castle when learning about Quidditch. The Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Ultimate E...

Reps for Dan Radcliffe Deny Latest Tabloid Rumor

Fri Nov 13 13:39:00 -0500 2009

Reps for actor Dan Radcliffe have strongly denied allegations made in a UK tabloid involving an illegal substance. Reuters reports that the latest rumors surfaced in UK tabloid the Daily Mirror, claiming the Harry Potter actor smoked cannabis at a party. Reps for Dan are quoted as saying "We categorically deny the allegations regarding Daniel Radcliffe published in today's Daily Mirror," his sp...

Dan Radcliffe Signed Box Set of HP Books at Charity Auction

Tue Nov 10 21:26:00 -0500 2009

The Only Make Believe Charity is holding a charitable auction this week offering a number of collectible items and experiences as part of their tenth anniversary gala. A box set of Harry Potter books signed by actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) has been included as part of this charitable auction. Bidding is now open for this item, and runs through Friday, November 13.

Offering free, interacti...

First Deleted Scene from HBP DVD Online

Tue Nov 10 09:44:00 -0500 2009

A treat has arrived this morning: the first deleted scene from the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince film as made its way online and can be watched right here, as well as in our Video Galleries here. The simply chilling sequence, released by WB Italy, features a breathtaking performance by actor Alan Rickman (Severus Snape) as darkness descends upon the castle. This deleted scene is slat...

Dan Radcliffe as Harry Potter: An Icon of the Decade Cover for Empire Magazine

Mon Nov 02 06:07:00 -0500 2009

The December issue of Empire magazine will see ten different covers featuring ten different film "icons" including Dan Radcliffe as Harry Potter. The UK film magazine says this issue will contain a feature that has "Ten years of the boy wizard. Ten years of Daniel Radcliffe - by Olly Richards" Other covers include those of Viggo Mortensen as Aragon from Lord of the Rings, Johnny Depp as Captain...

Dan Radcliffe Narrates Short Film for 2010 Holocaust Memorial Day

Thu Oct 29 21:41:00 -0400 2009

Harry Potter actor Dan Radcliffe has lent his voice as narrator to a short film entitled The Legacy of Hope for the 2010 Holocaust Memorial Day Trust. Our Order Partner DanRadcliffe.com reports that the film focuses on the survivors of the Holocaust during World War II and their stories. This film can be viewed online via the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust website right here.

In a press release,...

Empire Magazine and the Sexy Men and Women of Harry Potter

Thu Oct 15 20:11:00 -0400 2009

Empire Magazine has released their list of 100 Sexiest Movie Stars which includes several cast members of the Harry Potter films. Ladies first as beautiful Helena Bonham Carter ("possessed of a delightful earthy sexiness.") is ranked at number nine, with beautiful Emma Watson ("an extremely poised, porcelain-fine beauty and something of a fashion icon.") takes the number three spot.

As for the g...

Trailer for Harry Potter Wizarding World DVD Game; Deathly Hallows Photos Due with Collector's Editions

Sun Oct 11 07:21:00 -0400 2009

As announced earlier, WB will be releasing Harry Potter: Wizarding World DVD game on December 1st, just a few days before the release of Half-Blood Prince and the special Ultimate Collector's editions DVDs. As such Amazon.com has a brand new trailer for the DVD game which you can see right here in our Video galleries. Last month we told of the details for the game which covers elements from Har...

Variety: Dan Radcliffe to Return to Broadway in a Musical

Fri Oct 09 05:36:00 -0400 2009

Some possible big news this morning as Variety is reporting that "Daniel Radcliffe: will head the cast of an upcoming New York reading of 1961 tuner "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying," marking the first musical turn for the "Harry Potter" star. The industry magazine then says "While producers could not be reached for confirmation, the reading is scheduled for December, with no o...

Dan Radcliffe Lends Support to Get Connected Charity

Fri Sep 18 20:07:00 -0400 2009

Harry Potter actor Dan Radcliffe (Harry Potter) has given his support to yet another charitable endeavor, this time becoming the first "best friend" in a UK-based guidance hotline for young people: Get Connected. The organization, which offers free, confidential support and information, provides those under 25 help in finding the "best option from the thousands of services available to them in...