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Did the Chronicles of Narnia Inspire the Four Founders of Hogwarts?

Harry Potter defined fantasy for a generation with its epic tales. But one aspect may actually be tied to C. S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia.

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9 Overlooked Harry Potter Facts That Make the Franchise Sadder

Harry Potter is often remembered for its magic and whimsy, but tragedy and death are integral parts of the story, as shown in these forgotten details.

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5 Hogwarts Professors Who Left a Lasting Impression (& 5 Who Didn’t)

From Professor Snape to Professor Hooch, the Harry Potter movies showed that not all Hogwarts professors left the same impression.

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10 Most Tragic Harry Potter Characters

The Boy Who Lived had a life steeped in tragedy, along with other characters like Neville Longbottom and Sirius Black in the Harry Potter series.

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Harry Potter: Why Was Snape Called the Half-Blood Prince?

In the Harry Potter franchise, Severus Snape refers to himself as the "Half-Blood Prince." But what is the meaning behind this title?

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How Harry Potter Survived Voldemort's Second Killing Curse

Harry Potter survived Voldemort's first killing attempt as a baby, but how did he survive the Dark Lord's second killing curse in Deathly Hallows?

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Why Quidditch Makes No Sense in Harry Potter

The Harry Potter franchise is filled with strange things that still get fans talking. A controversial example is Quidditch and how it makes no sense.

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10 Teen Tropes That Actually Work

Casting real teenagers and finding friends like family are only a few of the tropes that actually work in teen movies like Do Revenge and Easy A.

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Harry Potter Producer Confirms the TV Reboot Will Be More Faithful to the Source Material

Harry Potter producer David Heyman confirms plans for the upcoming series adaptation to explore J.K. Rowling's novels a bit deeper than the films did.

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Why Snape Killed Dumbledore in Harry Potter

Snape was painted as a villain from the start, but there was reason and purpose behind everything he did in Harry Potter, even killing Dumbledore.

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Harry Potter's 10 Most Sympathetic Villains

These villains were terrifying and deplorable, but their backstories and motivations made fans sympathize with them.

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David Yates Isn't Ruling Out Directing Another Harry Potter Movie

Harry Potter franchise director David Yates addresses the potential of directing another film in the acclaimed series.

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What happened to Marjorie Dursley in Harry Potter?

The Harry Potter movies never explained Marge Dursley’s fate after she was enchanted by Harry, whth the books clearing up this mystery.

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One of Severus Snape's Most Villainous Acts Was an Accident

While Severus Snape sacrificed his life to save Harry Potter, he still accidentally made a villainous act that people can't forgive.

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15 Movies That Explore The Same Event From Multiple Perspectives

Shaking up expectations, clever movies like Knives Out incorporate multiple perspectives to keep the audience guessing until the end.

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Warner Bros. CEO Believes Harry Potter & Lord of the Rings Franchises Are 'Underused'

Warner Bros. Discovery head David Zaslav insists relying even more heavily on their biggest IPs is the surest path to the studio's success.

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Harry Potter Star Admits Disappointment Over Character’s Brief Screen Time

Harry Potter actress Bonnie Wright addresses her character Ginny Weasley’s lack of screen time in Warner Bros’ blockbuster film franchise.

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Why Did Snape Never Kill Voldemort in Harry Potter?

Snape’s death in Harry Potter left many fans grieving and wondering if his death could have been avoided if he had simply killed Voldemort.

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Being a Biologist in the Wizarding World Would Be a Nightmare

Aspiring scientists who dream of studying biology in Harry Potter’s Wizarding World would face more challenges than just fire-breathing dragons.

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Wait, How Do Thestrals Work in Harry Potter?

Every Harry Potter fan knows that only those who've seen death can see thestrals. But there's more to the process than what is shown in the series.

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