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David Tennant makes dig at JK Rowling when asked about Harry Potter

David Tennant makes JK Rowling dig when asked about starring in Harry Potter series

The Independent UK

John Lithgow thinks Harry Potter will be easier commitment than The Crown

'The Crown' actor John Lithgow has compared his 'Harry Potter' commitments with the schedule for the Netflix period drama.

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John Lithgow explains why he doesn’t see playing Dumbledore in Harry Potter series as ‘that hard a job’

John Lithgow has said that even though he’s “behind everybody” when it comes to keeping up with the Harry Potter series, he doesn’t believe playing the Hogwarts headmaster will be “that hard”.

The Independent UK

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7 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Prime Video, Max and Disney Plus (March 25-31)

These are the top new movies arriving across the best streaming services this week including "Mufasa," "Holland" and more.

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‘Three guesses’: J.K. Rowling appears to take a swipe at Harry Potter stars amid feud

The controversial author has reignited tensions with Harry Potter stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, after making an obvious jab at the trio on social media.

Euronews

John Lithgow teases his character's return in new Dexter series: "Turns out he didn't die after all"

The Trinity Killer will return in Dexter: Resurrection

Total Film

The Rule of Jenny Pen review – John Lithgow and Geoffrey Rush excel in malicious nursing home chiller

The twin terrors of dementia and an elderly psychopath hold sway in this striking psychological horror from New Zealand director James Ashcroft

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The Rule of Jenny Pen review – John Lithgow pulls the strings in care home horror

Geoffrey Rush’s retired judge is terrorised by Lithgow’s therapy puppet-wielding fellow resident in this claustrophobic tale of elder-on-elder abuse

The Guardian - UK

The Rule of Jenny Pen review: John Lithgow and Geoffrey Rush rip up the old folks’ home in this creepy treat

4/5 John Lithgow is a master at over-the-top chilling evil, while Geoffrey Rush hasn’t been this impressive for years

Evening Standard

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

John Lithgow and Geoffrey Rush's twisted chiller is a much-needed shake-up to the horror genre, disrupting harmful elderly stereotypes embraced by the likes of X and The Shining

Big Screen Spotlight | James Ashcroft's dark but camp The Rule of Jenny Pen proves it's not an eyeless doll we need to be afraid of

Total Film

Oscar winner Adrien Brody continues award success as he scores first Olivier nod

The Hollywood actor and two-time Oscar winner has landed his first Olivier nomination for his debut West End performance in The Fear of 13.

Evening Standard

Fiddler on the Roof up for 13 Olivier awards and Romola Garai nominated twice in same category

Garai is recognised for The Years and Giant, Oscar-winner Adrien Brody is nominated for his West End debut, while Imelda Staunton gets 14th nod for Hello, Dolly!

The Guardian - UK

Oscars team 'hope' Conan O'Brien will return in 2026

Conan O'Brien delighted the team running the Academy Awards, and they want him back for next year's Oscars.

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Oscars 2024: Highlights From The Star-Studded Night

Recap of Oscars 2024: Anora and The Brutalist triumph, touching tributes, and star-studded moments at the prestigious awards ceremony.

Total Film

The Harry Potter TV show's Dumbledore star John Lithgow says it "was not an easy decision" to sign on to the HBO reboot

"I'll be about 87 years old at the wrap party"

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John Lithgow to play Dumbledore in the Harry Potter reboot series: 'It wasn't an easy decision...'

John Lithgow is to star as Albus Dumbledore in the 'Harry Potter' reboot series after months of negotiations.

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The New Dumbeldore Actor Is A Sci-Fi And Fantasy Legend

John Lithgow is almost certainly playing the new Dumbledore in the HBO 'Harry Potter' series. Here's why his sci-fi/fantasy cred makes him great for the part.

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The Independent UK

John Lithgow confirms Dumbledore casting, says role will ‘define the last chapter of my life’

Lithgow will take on the role of Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, previously played by Richard Harris, Michael Gambon and Jude Law

The Guardian - UK

‘We are very worried’: Conclave cast express concern for Pope Francis in health crisis

Italian actors Isabella Rossellini and Sergio Castellitto lead well-wishers at the Sag awards hoping the ailing pontiff makes a quick recovery

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John Lithgow puts Conclave's success down to 'extraordinary storytelling'

John Lithgow believes the success of his movie 'Conclave' comes down to "extraordinary storytelling" because "you just don’t see storytelling on film like that much anymore".

The Independent UK

'Conclave' cast celebrates with Timothée Chalamet and Ariana Grande after big SAG Awards win

The cast of “Conclave” has accepted congratulations from generations of big stars backstage at the Screen Actors Guild Awards

Evening Standard

SAG Awards 2025: Demi Moore, Timothee Chalamet and Conclave are big winners at Screen Actors Guild

The outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture went to Conclave, fronted by British actor Ralph Fiennes

International Business Times

Vatican Thriller 'Conclave' Wins Top Prize In SAG Awards Upset

Vatican thriller "Conclave" won top prize at an unpredictable Screen Actors Guild Awards gala Sunday, throwing a potential late curveball into the Oscars race just a week before the Academy Awards.

The Guardian - UK

Why Conclave should win the best picture Oscar

Sturdy, classic storytelling and a peerless cast led by Ralph Fiennes’s anxious cardinal make this drama of Vatican intrigue a solid bet

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