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Icons Unearthed: Harry Potter

Icons Unearthed: Harry Potter

M2024•9.2/10
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9.2/10(8)

J.K. Rowling’s orphan boy wizard took the world by storm, but before the first book was even published Warner Brothers had their eye on a franchise. But how to make it soar? In a leaky shed in the UK, these cinematic wizards build a whole new world and changed filmmaking forever. Through a revolving door of directors, an assortment of magical creatures, increasing demand for visual effects, and a cast that is growing up, the Harry Potter series continued to fascinate audiences. Get behind the wand to hear the secrets of the trials, threats, and near-death experiences from the people who made the magic happen on Icons Unearthed: Harry Potter.

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Production

The Nacelle Company

Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

August 21, 2024

Last Aired

September 25, 2024

Networks

Vice TV

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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No providers available for this region.
Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
The Kids Are in Charge
E1
The Kids Are in Charge
Air date: 2024-08-21
A director known for working with kids goes to great lengths to make children's dreams come true, but the production hits a snag when taking flight proves more difficult than expected.
A Race to the Finish
E2
A Race to the Finish
Air date: 2024-08-28
The team races to the finish line on the first film, while kicking off the second. But just as everything starts to come together, the team loses a family member.
A Dark Turn
E3
A Dark Turn
Air date: 2024-09-04
A new director tests the team as he tries to bring real magic to Hogwarts, as well as a new Dumbledore.
A Hero Unprepared
E4
A Hero Unprepared
Air date: 2024-09-11
The machine starts to go off the rails as the new director struggles; with the film still incomplete producers pull the plug and one crew member leaves the franchise for good.
Growing Up
E5
Growing Up
Air date: 2024-09-18
As the franchise grows more adult, fame starts to take a toll on the stars; with the kids struggling to grow up and another new director at the helm, the magic might be lost.
Pushing the Boundaries
E6
Pushing the Boundaries
Air date: 2024-09-25
As the franchise comes down to its final test, making two movies for the price of one, an accident changes one crew member's life forever.

Cast

Flick Miles

Self - Narrator (voice)

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