Release: 2016-11-16
Runtime: 2h 12m (132 minutes)
In 1926, Newt Scamander arrives at the Magical Congress of the United States of America with a magically expanded briefcase, which houses a number of dangerous creatures and their habitats. When the creatures escape from the briefcase, it sends the American wizarding authorities after Newt, and threatens to strain even further the state of magical and non-magical relations.
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Genres: Adventure, Fantasy
Cast: Johnny Depp, Eddie Redmayne, Colin Farrell, more
Johnny Depp
as Gellert Grindelwald
Eddie Redmayne
as Newt Scamander
Colin Farrell
as Percival Graves
Katherine Waterston
as Porpentina 'Tina' Goldstein
Ron Perlman
as Gnarlak
Jon Voight
as Henry Shaw Sr.
Samantha Morton
as Mary Lou Barebone
Zoë Kravitz
as Leta Lestrange
Dan Hedaya
as Red
Carmen Ejogo
as Seraphina Picquery
Gemma Chan
as Madame Ya Zou
Wunmi Mosaku
as Beryl
In 1926, Newt Scamander arrives at the Magical Congress of the United States of America with a magically expanded briefcase, which houses a number of dangerous creatures and their habitats. When the creatures escape from the briefcase, it sends the American wizarding authorities after Newt, and threatens to strain even further the state of magical and non-magical relations.
From J.K. Rowling's wizarding world.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is a fantasy film from 2016 directed by David Yates and written by J.K. Rowling. This film serves as the first entry in the Fantastic Beasts series and the ninth overall in the Wizarding World franchise. It is a spin-off and prequel to the Harry Potter film series, inspired by a guidebook of the same name published by Rowling in 2001.
The film features a talented ensemble cast including Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, Ezra Miller, Samantha Morton, Jon Voight, Carmen Ejogo, and Colin Farrell.
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them premiered in New York City on 10 November 2016 and was released worldwide on 18 November 2016 by Warner Bros. Pictures. The film received mostly positive reviews and was a box office hit, earning over $814 million worldwide, making it the eighth highest-grossing film of 2016. It was nominated for five British Academy Film Awards and won for Best Production Design. Additionally, it received two Academy Awards, including a win for Best Costume Design, marking the first Oscar for the Wizarding World franchise.
Set in 1926, the story follows British wizard and magizoologist Newt Scamander as he arrives in New York City. He observes Mary Lou Barebone, the leader of a group that believes witches and wizards are dangerous. While attempting to recapture a mischievous Niffler, Newt accidentally swaps suitcases with No-Maj (non-magical person) Jacob Kowalski. After the suitcase swap, Newt gets arrested by former Auror Porpentina "Tina" Goldstein. Amidst the chaos, magical creatures escape into the city, leading them on a wild adventure.
As the plot unfolds, Newt, Tina, and Jacob team up with Tina's sister Queenie to recapture the creatures and uncover a larger threat posed by the dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald. The film explores themes of acceptance and the battle for coexistence between the magical and non-magical worlds.
Overall, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is a visually captivating film that enriches the Wizarding World, introducing audiences to new characters and magical creatures while addressing relevant social issues. The mix of humor, adventure, and fantasy creates an engaging experience for both fans of the original series and newcomers alike.
