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John Lithgow ‘very intimidated’ to play Dumbledore in Harry Potter TV series

The 79-year-old said he would ‘do my best’ in the role.

Evening Standard · Apr 16, 2025

Alan Rickman’s wife says she ‘couldn’t bear’ thought of others dying in way he did

Around 10,500 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK each year

The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025

HBO’s Official Cast Announcement For New Harry Potter Show Gets Mixed Reactions

"Cautiously optimistic."

Bored Panda · Apr 14, 2025

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Harry Potter series reveals stars who’ll play McGonagall, Dumbledore, Snape and Hagrid

Casting rumours have circled about HBO’s high-profile TV adaptation for months

The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2025

Paapa Essiedu cast as Severus Snape in Harry Potter series; Fans fear racism amidst calls to cast Adam Driver instead

British actor Paapa Essiedu has reportedly been cast as Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter television series, sparking a heated debate among fans. While many have applauded the 'Gangs of London' star’s casting, others have raised concerns about potential racist backlash and questioned the show’s commitment to giving fans…

The Times of India · Mar 9, 2025

Harry Potter fans furious as HBO 'casts Severus Snape' days after backlash over US actor as Dumbledore

The new HBO series promises to explore the Harry Potter universe in even greater depth

Evening Standard · Mar 8, 2025

Rowan Atkinson at 70: his best films – ranked!

To mark his birthday this week, we celebrate his versatility from bumbling Mr Bean to his punctilious headteacher in The Secret Policeman’s Ball

The Guardian - UK · Jan 9, 2025

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Prime Video movie of the day: Die Hard is a Christmas movie and I won't hear otherwise

Die Hard is not only my Prime Video movie of the day, but a Christmas movie that will last the ages – oh yes it is.

TechRadar · Dec 27, 2024

OPINION - The bores have won: in 2025 the office Christmas party is dead

What oh what has happened to the office Christmas party this year of our lord, 2025?

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2024

5 of the best free movies to stream on Tubi, Pluto TV, Hoopla, and more this week (December 9)

From Oscar-winning historical epics to beloved sci-fi adventures, there’s plenty to watch on the best free streaming services this week.

TechRadar · Dec 9, 2024

Can’t wait to stream Carry-On on Netflix? Here are 3 more action movies with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes

Carry-On is a new festive thriller starring Jason Bateman as a villainous character

TechRadar · Dec 8, 2024

Ignore the haters: Paapa Essiedu is the perfect choice to play Severus Snape

The actor has been tipped as the next Bond, put a pivot to Harry Potter makes perfect sense too

Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2024

I May Destroy You actor Paapa Essiedu ‘offered’ Snape role in new Harry Potter TV series

Actor is said to have ‘been offered’ role of fan favourite character

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2024

Derek Hough stole Ravenclaw gear from set of Harry Potter

Derek Hough has revealed the props he stole from the set of the first 'Harry Potter' film when he and his sister Julianne Hough were extras.

BANG Premier · Dec 5, 2024

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The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2024

Dogma at 25: How a controversial Catholic comedy became practically impossible to see

FLASHBACKS: Religious groups picketed its premiere. Its director Kevin Smith received thousands of pieces of hate mail. You might struggle to actually see it today. But 25 years after its release, the 1999 comedy, starring Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and Alan Rickman, remains wildly funny – and secretly profound, writes…

Total Film · Nov 1, 2024

The 32 greatest movie villains

Serial killers, supervillains, and high school seniors

International Business Times UK · Sep 27, 2024

'Acting On Harry Potter Wasn't Satisfying': Dame Maggie Smith On What She And Alan Rickman Were Unhappy With

Dame Maggie Smith, renowned for her iconic roles in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, revealed that despite the fame, these roles didn't provide creative satisfaction.

The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2024

Juliet Stevenson says ‘Truly, Madly, Deeply’ co-star Alan Rickman was a ‘complicated person’

British actor, who starred with Rickman in the 1990 fantasy drama, said she chose not to read Rickman’s posthumous diaries

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 25, 2024

Juliet Stevenson: ‘I didn’t read Alan Rickman’s diaries ... I know what my relationship with him was like’

The actor on channelling grief in her new film, speaking out about Gaza, and why she loves working with young directors

The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2024

The gene that could hold key to taming one of world’s deadliest cancers

The disease has taken the lives of high-profile patients such as Alan Rickman, Sir John Hurt, Steve Jobs and Patrick Swayze

The Guardian - UK · May 17, 2024

‘I did a lot of yelling’: Tom Burke on socks, controversy and Mad Max

Yes, there were more flame-throwers, but working on Furiosa was pretty similar to starring in Joanna Hogg’s The Souvenir, says the actor. So how does he duck the crossfire that comes with playing JK Rowling’s Strike?

Evening Standard · May 15, 2024

The Blockout 2024: why the ‘digital guillotine’ is causing celebrities like Kim Kardashian to lose followers

A new movement is aiming to cut the power of celebrities off at the source: their social media accounts. Maddy Mussen investigates its motivations

Evening Standard · Apr 15, 2024

Daniel Radcliffe reveals he was 'terrified' of co-star Alan Rickman while filming Harry Potter

‘I was so intimidated by him,’ Radcliffe has admitted

Alan Rickman's Supportive Role Behind The Scenes Of Harry Potter

Daniel Radcliffe shares his initial intimidation by Alan Rickman on the Harry Potter set, who later proved to be a supportive figure. Alan Rickman continue...

Daniel Radcliffe Recalls Intimidating Experience With Alan Rickman On Set

Daniel Radcliffe reflects on Alan Rickman's mentorship and the challenge of casting Snape for the upcoming Harry Potter TV series.

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