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10 Fictional Schools More Dangerous Than Hogwarts

The Harry Potter movies were often mocked for how dangerous Hogwarts was, but it was arguably safer than other, deadlier movie schools.

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The Wizarding World's Ilvermorny Has Its Own Voldemort

Before Voldemort terrorized the Wizarding World and Gellert Grindelwald began his campaign, another Harry Potter villain changed history forever.

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10 Harry Potter Wizards Duels Only Book Fans Will Remember

Some of Harry Potter's best face-offs never make it to film, which means that only true book fans will remember these epic wizard duels!

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10 Great Fantasy Movies Inspired by Lord of the Rings

Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings Trilogy inspired several other great fantasy movies that have entertained fans for decades.

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Does Harry Potter Need its Own Young Jedi Adventures?

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures comes with revelations about fandoms, conjuring up intriguing new possibilities for the Harry Potter series.

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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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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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Harry Potter's Wealthiest Wizards, Ranked

Harry Potter has wizards of all different types. These witches and wizards from Harry Potter are able to afford the finest magical equipment around.

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A Harry Potter Theory Makes the Weasley Family Even More Important

A Harry Potter theory theorizes a larger importance for the Weasleys, and if true, it changes everything fans knew about the family.

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Why the Fantastic Beasts Franchise Failed To Reach Harry Potter’s Success

While Harry Potter is one of the most iconic and beloved franchises, the Fantastic Beasts had many issues that turned it into an unpopular series.

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Why Didn't Voldemort Try To Convert Harry Potter to Dark Magic?

Veiled behind intricate storylines and deep character lore, Harry Potter reveals why Voldemort would never succeed in turning Harry to Dark Magic.

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Gary Oldman Says Harry Potter Performance Was 'Mediocre,' Reveals What He'd Do Differently

Gary Oldman isn't fond of his performance as Sirius in the Harry Potter movies, revealing what he'd have done differently.

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Severus Snape's 10 Best Quotes

Alan Rickman's unforgettable performance as Severus Snape is one of the best parts of the Harry Potter franchise, resulting in a few memorable quotes.

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10 Movies That Prove Sequels Make For The Best Films

While sequels often get a bad rap, classic films like Spider-Man 2 and Aliens prove that follow-ups can sometimes be even better than the originals.

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A Harry Potter Deleted Scene Proved Slytherin's Greatest Enemy Was Mr. Filch

Argus Filch was one of the surliest characters in Harry Potter. However, a deleted scene proved that Filch was Slytherin's greatest enemy.

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10 Most Delicious Meals in Movies, Ranked

The most mouth-watering dishes are served up in film, leaving audiences wondering how exactly to perfect their recipe.

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10 Harry Potter Characters Who Should Have Been The Chosen One Instead

While Harry Potter was the series' Chosen One for several reasons, there are plenty of other characters who could have filled the role as well.

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Professor McGonagall vs. Bellatrix Lestrange: Who Would Win in a Duel?

Harry Potter never managed to showcase a fight between Professor McGonagall and Bellatrix Lestrange, leaving fans to wonder who would come out on top.

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10 Harry Potter Shows Fans Want Instead of a Reboot

Harry Potter fans would rather see a show exploring more about Newt Scamander or the Marauders than see the original series rehashed on MAX.

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10 Creatures From Harry Potter With Powerful Magical Abilities

The Harry Potter universe is filled with more than magic. There are also creatures with powers that could challenge the greatest wizards.

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