Harry Potter Theory

Welcome to Harry Potter Theory! This podcast features Harry Potter Theories, Fantastic Beasts Theories, Explanations, Top Lists, News, Character Backstories, Fan Fictions & More!

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Jan 31, 2025 · 16 min
Why Didn't MORE Dark Wizards Create Horcruxes? (Or Did They?) - Harry Potter Theory
Are we really supposed to believe that, over the course of wizarding history, only two dark wizards have created Horcruxes? Today we're going to be tackling the question of...Did MORE wizards create Horcruxes than we realize? And if not, why didn't they? Let's dive in. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 29, 2025 · 14 min
The REAL Reason Grindelwald Was EXPELLED from Durmstrang - Harry Potter Theory
Durmstrang's true 'claim to fame' or rather 'notorious hallmark' was one of its former pupils: Gellert Grindelwald. Grindelwald permanently stained the school's reputation by pushing the boundaries of dark magic even FURTHER than the school permitted, eventually being expelled for 'twisted, dark experiments' and 'near-fatal attacks' on students. But what exactly did Gellert Grindelwald do? Durmstrang was notorious for allowing its students to explore the darker side of magic..How far did he rea
Jan 25, 2025 · 14 min
Why Didn't Voldemort Become an Animagus? (+The Fate of Those Who FAIL) - Harry Potter Theory
According to Hermione's research, there are only 7 known Animagi from the last CENTURY. In fact, the ability is SO RARE that those who are able to successfully become an Animagus are required to register with the ministry. So..My question is: WHY are there so few? How is it that this powerful ability is so underutilized in wizarding society? And what happens to those who have tried and FAILED? But perhaps most importantly: Why haven't the most powerful and gifted wizards like Voldemort and Du
Jan 23, 2025 · 13 min
5 Harry Potter Questions NEVER Answered by the Books (PART 3) - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be answering even MORE questions about the Harry Potter series that a lot of people..Probably don't know the answers to. From little tidbits to what may seem like major oversights, this video will cover them all. This is of course part THREE of this series, so be sure to check out parts 1 and 2 if you haven't already. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-
Jan 19, 2025 · 12 min
5 Harry Potter Questions NEVER Answered by the Books - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. SPECIFICALLY, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Questions WITHOUT Answers. Today we're going to be answering some questions about the Harry Potter series that a lot of people..Probably don't know the answers to. From little tidbits to what may seem like major oversights, this video will cover them all. This is of course PART 2 so if you haven't seen part 1 already then go and check it out afterwards. Anyway, let's dive in to it. See Privacy Pol
Jan 15, 2025 · 15 min
Why Don't Dark Wizards Use Avada Kedavra ALL THE TIME? - Harry Potter Theory
The Killing Curse. Avada Kedavra. One of the three Unforgivable Curses, this dark spell is the ultimate symbol of disregard for life. Feared for its infamous reputation, the mere utterance of the words that comprise its incantation would send shockwaves of fear through the hearts of most in the Wizarding World. But my question is..Why isn't it used more often? NO, I don't WANT it to be used more often, but it does feel a little underutilized in the series given how powerful it truly is. Sur
Jan 12, 2025 · 19 min
What Made Voldemort & Dumbledore MORE Powerful than OTHER Wizards? - Harry Potter Theory
Magical power. The ultimate currency among witches and wizards. With enough of it, you can dazzle your classmates, climb the wizarding hierarchy (social or economic), and perhaps - even dare to conquer the world. Whether it's used to protect, create, or destroy, magical power is the ultimate force that shapes the destinies of witches and wizards. But given its significance, what IS magical power, really? Is it simply raw strength - the ability to cast more powerful spells than anyone else? O
Jan 9, 2025 · 10 min
How Did Dumbledore Understand Parseltongue? - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be taking a closer look at one of the many oddities of the wizarding world: How in Merlin's Beard Professor Albus Dumbledore was able to understand the language of snakes - Parseltongue. Yes, that's right, Dumbledore. The wizarding world's favourite headmaster, known for his defeat of Gellert Grindelwald, love of lemon sherbets, and ability to give cryptic life advice. This man somehow understood one of the rarest, most exclusive, and seemingly dark
Jan 6, 2025 · 12 min
Ron Used the IMPERIUS CURSE on Hermione - Harry Potter Film Theory
Today, we're diving into a seriously WILD theory that might just have you rethinking everything you know about the fated romance of Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. That's right - we're asking the question: Did Ron Weasley use the Imperius Curse on Hermione Granger to make her fall in love with him? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 3, 2025 · 14 min
7 Storylines MISSING From the Harry Potter Movies (PART 2)
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today's video is PART 2 of a 4 part series where we'll be taking a closer look at the storylines left OUT of the Harry Potter films. These are the subplots and storylines from the books that didn't make it to the big screen due to time constraints. Apparently the upcoming Harry Potter HBO series, which has the goal of creating faithful adaptations of the novels, will allocate 8 HOURS per season, with each season dedicated to one book. With that sort of a runtime,
Dec 31, 2024 · 12 min
7 Storylines MISSING From the Harry Potter Movies
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. While the Harry Potter films were able to bring the Wizarding World's magic to the big screen (and in my opinion, did a good job at doing so) it's important to note that they were not without their limitations. The truth is that they had a LOT of information to convey, and a very limited amount of screen time to do it- inevitably leading to a fairly substantial amount of information - characters, subplots etc being left out of the films ENTIRELY. HOWEVER, today I
Dec 28, 2024 · 1 hr 30 min
Former Warner Bros Exec Jim Fredrick Reveals BEHIND-THE-SCENES Secrets of the Harry Potter Films
Jim's Book & Audiobook available at UPM: https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/O/Opening-Weekend And Amazon: https://a.co/d/7icO1rO In this video I interview Jim Fredrick, a seasoned veteran of the film industry and former Senior Vice President of Creative Advertising at Warner Bros. With over 35 years in the business, Jim has crafted compelling trailers and unforgettable advertising campaigns for a diverse range of films, from timeless classics like The Shawshank Redemption to one of the
Dec 24, 2024 · 1 hr 57 min
Top 10 Harry Potter Theories of 2024 (Compilation)
Welcome to a SPECIAL installment of Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be taking a look back at 2024 and putting the spotlight on my 10 FAVOURITE Harry Potter theories of the year.- Anyway, I won't dawdle any longer, let's get in to it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 20, 2024 · 10 min
The Mirror of Erised's DARK Origins - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing a well-known Hogwarts artefact known as the Mirror of Erised. Specifically, we're going to be getting in to a theory regarding it's dark and otherwise UNKNOWN history. This particular mirror also happens to be the inspiration behind the outro featured on every video I launch on this channel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 15, 2024 · 12 min
Why Didn't the Potters DISAPPARATE to Escape Voldemort? - Harry Potter Theory
On October 31st 1981, Lord Voldemort walked through the doors of the Potter cottage in Godric's Hollow for the first time. But what should have been a seemingly straightforward mission for a powerful wizard at the height of his power ended up being a catastrophic event for both parties. Harry lost his parents and Voldemort lost his corporeal form- effectively putting an end to the First Wizarding War, and changing the course of Harry's life forever. But I can't help but think that MOST of what
Dec 13, 2024 · 18 min
Rowling's Retcons: 8 Major Changes to Harry Potter AFTER the Books Ended - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we're going to be discussing RETCONS- specifically, all of the RETCONS made by JK Rowling after the Harry Potter series had ended. I should start off by making a clear distinction between what retcon USED to mean and what it means now, because somehow the term has evolved over time into something else altogether. Depending on which version of 'Retcon' you subscribe to, you're going to have very different expectations for this list. The ORIGINAL interpretat
Dec 9, 2024 · 10 min
EXCITING News for All Harry Potter Fans (5 UPDATES on the HBO TV Series)
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today I want to discuss 5 exciting updates on the upcoming Harry Potter HBO series. Until now we hadn't really heard much out of showrunners Mark Mylod and Francesca Gardiner, but in a recent interview they divulged some new information on the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 6, 2024 · 10 min
HUGE UPDATES on the Harry Potter TV Show + MORE News (Hogwarts Legacy, Snape, Rowling & More)
Welcome to installment of Harry Potter Theory. I'm coming to you today with a bunch of updates on the Harry Potter franchise as a whole- including some very exciting news on the upcoming show, some casting rumours, and some highlights from an interview JK Rowling just did with the Sunday Times. Altogether I've got a fair bit of news to cover in this one, so let's dive in..Starting with the biggest piece of news. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h
Dec 3, 2024 · 15 min
7 Things We Learn About Harry Potter AFTER the Books
Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory.-Before we get started, let me clarify what we're diving into today: this video is all about the things we learn about the Harry Potter story after the series ended - little tidbits of info that Rowling shared outside of the books. These are the hidden nuggets of lore you'd only know if you kept up with interviews, Pottermore updates, or extended publications. Things like..Oh I don't know, the fact that Rowling very seriously co
Nov 29, 2024 · 1 hr 29 min
The Dark Wizard Documentary (8 POWERFUL Evil Wizards Who Made History) - Harry Potter Explained
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, I've got a special compilation for you, featuring some of the darkest witches and wizards in wizarding history. Some of these names will be familiar, while others are much less well-known. However, one thing is certain: each of these witches and wizards has a rightful claim to the title of the darkest and most evil in wizarding history. So, if you want to be an expert on DARK WIZARDS then this is the video for you. With Christmas just around the corner, it