Plot
In *Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald*, dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) escapes captivity and begins to gather followers, many unaware of his true intentions: to raise pure-blood wizards to rule over non-magical beings. Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, as the wizarding world becomes increasingly divided.
Cast
- Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald
- Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander
- Jude Law as Albus Dumbledore
- Katherine Waterston as Tina Goldstein
- Dan Fogler as Jacob Kowalski
- Ezra Miller as Credence Barebone
Crew
- Director: David Yates
- Writer: J.K. Rowling
- Producer: David Heyman, J.K. Rowling, Steve Kloves, Lionel Wigram
- Music: James Newton Howard
- Cinematography: Philippe Rousselot
Trivia
- Johnny Depp’s portrayal of Grindelwald was praised for bringing depth and charisma to the character.
- The film features the first cinematic portrayal of a young Albus Dumbledore, played by Jude Law.
- Filming took place in various locations around Europe, primarily in the United Kingdom and France.
Release Dates
- World Premiere: November 8, 2018
- United States Release: November 16, 2018
Filming Locations
- Paris, France
- Leavesden Studios, UK
Ratings
IMDb: 6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 36% (Critics), 54% (Audience)
Synopsis
The film takes viewers deeper into the wizarding world as Newt Scamander and his friends face new challenges posed by the dark wizard Grindelwald. As the tension grows, Grindelwald’s motives come to light, sparking dangerous choices for all characters, ultimately leading to an unforgettable climax that deepens the ongoing wizarding conflict.
