Harry Potter Reunion: Return To Hogwarts In Its 20th Anniversary

Title: Harry Potter 20th anniversary: Return to Hogwarts

Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint

Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime

Some of our fondest childhood memories include watching the amazing Harry Potter films or reading incredibly crafted novels. Anyone who has dabbled in the enigmatic wizarding world understands the significance.

The Potterheads will enjoy Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts. The reunion special episode, like the Quidditch games, takes hours to catch the 'golden snitch,' making the endeavour, last longer than one might wish or have the energy to tolerate.

At times, the reunion special feels stretched to the point of boredom (remember reading Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix twice in one sitting!) It includes interviews with the cast members and various directors of the films, but they didn't seem required because it focuses on the actors and the production team's personal experiences, which appears to be of no value.

When people watch a Harry Potter film, they adore the thought of being surrounded by magic and fantasy, and knowing that Hogwarts will never leave their backs! While the reunion intends to focus on the magical parts of the Harry Potter universe, it fails to do so, allowing the muggles to steal the show!

Emma Watson (who played Hermione Granger) approached Tom Felton (who played Draco Malfoy) for that hug and was mentally prepared to finish the rest of the episode. Potterheads have already been hinted at in the teaser, but it's extra wonderful when the greatest enemies happen to see one other.

Daniel Radcliffe (our Harry Potter) sits down for a spirited discussion with Rupert Grint (Ronald Weasley) and Emma Watson, during which they come across various behind-the-scenes stories from the making of the eight films. Other actors such as Bonnie Wright (who played Ginny Weasley), Matthew Lewis (Neville Longbottom - the assassin who killed Nagini), James and Oliver Phelps (the infamous Fred and George Weasley), Mark Williams (the rubber duck enthusiast, Arthur Weasley), Evanna Lynch (Luna Lovegood), and Alfred Enoch (Dean Thomas) recall the fun times on set and continue to add their own facts about the rich Harry Potter legacy.

However, if you're looking for a lighthearted break from all the teary-eyed recollections, tales from the past, and movie footage, don't miss Bellatrix Lestrange aka Helena Bonham Carter's interview from the reunion special. She saves the entire endeavour from being a sobfest. The cast reminisced on those who departed us far too soon.

Professor Dumbledore (Richard Harris) and Vernon Dursley (Richard Griffiths) from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. The Malfoys paid their tribute to Helen McCrory, who played Narcissa Malfoy with such aplomb but is no longer with us. What was remarkable about the recollections was that none of it felt forced, which was proof enough of the off-screen friendship these performers enjoyed, which was clearly represented onscreen.

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