Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is a 2022 fantasy film directed by David Yates and written by J.K.
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is a 2022 fantasy film directed by David Yates and written by J.K. Rowling and Steve Kloves. It is the third instalment in the Fantastic Beasts film series and a prequel set in the Wizarding World, following Albus Dumbledore’s efforts to stop Gellert Grindelwald from seizing control of the wizarding world.
Premise
The film follows Dumbledore as he entrusts Newt Scamander and a group of allies with a mission to stop Grindelwald’s rise to power. The plot moves through the wizarding world in the 1930s, with the conflict focused on political control and magical creatures.
Production
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore was directed by David Yates and written by J.K. Rowling and Steve Kloves, based on Rowling’s story. It was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and Heyday Films as part of the broader Wizarding World franchise.
Release and reception
The film premiered in 2022 and was distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Reviews were mixed, with many critics praising its production design and performances while noting issues with pacing, coherence, and character development.
Cast and characters
The film stars Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander and Jude Law as Albus Dumbledore, with Mads Mikkelsen as Gellert Grindelwald. The ensemble also includes Ezra Miller, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, Callum Turner, Jessica Williams, and others.
Key facts
- It is the third film in the Fantastic Beasts series and part of the Wizarding World franchise.
- The story centres on Professor Albus Dumbledore assembling a team to oppose Gellert Grindelwald.
- Mads Mikkelsen plays Grindelwald in this film, replacing Johnny Depp from the previous entry.
- The film was released in 2022 in theatres and later on streaming platforms.
- Reception was mixed, with praise for visual effects and performances and criticism for pacing and plot structure.
Canadian readers may recognize the film through its wide theatrical release in Canada as part of the globally distributed Wizarding World franchise.
Frequently asked questions
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References
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4123432/Supports: Director, release year, cast, runtime, plot overview, and mixed critical reaction.
- Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81516447Supports: Release year, genre, cast, and plot synopsis.
- RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/fantastic-beasts-the-secrets-of-dumbledore-2022Supports: Release timing and critical review context.
- Warner Bros. Pictures — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9dr2zw-TXQSupports: Official trailer information including director, screenplay credits, producers, and release timing.
- Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/fantastic_beasts_the_secrets_of_dumbledoreSupports: Director, producers, screenwriters, distributor, rating, genre, runtime, release date, and box office.
- The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/film/2022/apr/05/fantastic-beasts-the-secrets-of-dumbledore-review-good-natured-magical-entertainmentSupports: Plot setting, release timing, and critical assessment.