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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Nov 24, 2024 · 22 min
The Trace Makes NO SENSE (+Its DARK Secret REVEALED) - Harry Potter Theory
There are quite a few mistakes and plot holes in the Harry Potter books and films. In fact, there are enough for me to make several compilations of them. However, perhaps one of the most confusing and inconsistent elements of the Wizarding World is undoubtedly the 'Trace'- a fairly major plot component that is riddled with contradictions.- To the Harry Potter casual, these issues with the Trace probably went by relatively unnoticed, but for the die-hards, it was hard to ignore the glaringly obv
Nov 21, 2024 · 16 min
Why Wizards STOPPED Using POWERFUL Ancient Magic - Harry Potter Theory
"A magic this powerful can do great harm in the wrong hands. It must be wielded by a select few." This fairly ominous quote of course refers to the phenomenon that is Ancient Magic - a primal, mysterious force that predates the more structured spellwork of the modern Wizarding World. Revered for its immense power yet feared for its unpredictability, ancient magic is woven into the tapestry of wizarding history, appearing in legends and the very foundations of wizarding society. Yet, in the mod
Nov 19, 2024 · 12 min
Legendary Witches and Wizards You’ve Never Heard Of (Part 1: A-B) - Harry Potter History
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today we’re going to be discussing some of the most important figures - both famous and infamous- from Wizarding History- names that are coupled with accomplishments and stories that make the Wizarding World what it is today. The Harry Potter books really only cover the time period that the books are SET IN, but there’s a lot more to Harry Potter lore than meets the eye and It’s always interesting taking a look back at the history books. There is a LOT of ground
Nov 15, 2024 · 9 min
HBO Found Their NEW Dumbledore + Hogwarts Legacy SEQUEL Update - Harry Potter News
Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. From the moment HBO's new Harry Potter TV Series was announced in April of 2023, fans of the series have been buzzing with questions and excitement. Questions like..What will the series be about? Will it stay true to the original books? And most importantly, who will be in charge of the project? And since then, a lot of these questions have been answered.- But perhaps the biggest lingering question mark surrounding the series
Nov 14, 2024 · 9 min
Where Do SQUIBS Come From? Why Aren't They Magical? - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing exactly how the genetics of witches and wizards work, with a focus on where the heck SQUIBS come from. If you're a fan of Harry Potter and the works of fantasy fiction in general, you've likely asked yourself the question: Where does magic come from? In some universes it would seem that magic can be acquired or learned. But in others - like the wizarding world of Harry Potter - magic is explained as more of a natural talent or "gift" th
Nov 11, 2024 · 10 min
Why Newt Scamander KEPT HIS WAND after Being Expelled from Hogwarts - Harry Potter Theory
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. Today, we'll be discussing why Newt Scamander was allowed to keep his wand after being expelled from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 8, 2024 · 10 min
HUGE Update for Hogwarts Legacy 2! (FINALLY!)
Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. In what seems like just the last couple of years (but in reality has spanned nearly a DECADE), Warner Bros. has faced some challenges when releasing new Harry Potter IP- particularly the "Fantastic Beasts" film series. These high-budget films which dropped in 2016, 2018, and 2022 respectively struggled to find traction at the global box office and didn't quite hit the mark for most fans. And for these reasons, it's unlikely th
Nov 5, 2024 · 12 min
Why Didn't Voldemort Pick RANDOM Tiny Objects for Horcruxes? - Harry Potter Theory
A grain of sand on a lost beach. A tiny pebble lying unnoticed on the ocean floor. A fallen acorn buried under years of autumn leaves. A faded seashell washed ashore on an uninhabited island. These are just a few examples of the kinds of objects that I would use if I was in the position to create my own Horcruxes...And I'm sure the same can be said for a lot of you. Why? Well.. They're small, hard-to-locate, and perhaps most important of all: meaningless. But somehow, Voldemort missed the
Nov 1, 2024 · 13 min
The Ministry of Magic Is More EVIL than You Think - Harry Potter Theory
The introduction of the International Statute of Secrecy in 1692 marked a pivotal moment in Wizarding history.-It put a stop to the witch hunts and unjust persecution of witches and wizards. It ushered in an era of harmonious co-existence. And most importantly, it separated the two worlds: muggle and magical. But what IF there was a darker element to the statute that has never been properly explored?- an element that concerned the muggles beyond the primary separation of the two worlds? What i
Oct 28, 2024 · 15 min
EVERY Mistake in Harry Potter & the Philosopher's Stone (All ERRORS + Plot Holes)
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. This is part 1 of a video series where I'll be diving in to the Harry Potter books and taking a look, chapter by chapter, at all of the mistakes that were made. Starting with book 1: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone. I'm going to be placing a particular focus on instances in which factual errors were made or canon was somehow contradicted. Trivial errors like typos / grammatical issues will not be focused on this video. I should also mention that I'm not
Oct 25, 2024 · 12 min
EVERY Dark Wizarding CRIME That Will Send You to Azkaban - Harry Potter Explained
Hey everyone, welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. Now- we've all heard of the Unforgivable Curses - three of the most forbidden and dangerous spells in the wizarding world. Casting any of these, whether it's the Cruciatus Curse, the Imperius Curse, or the Killing Curse, is considered such a heinous crime that it's punishable by a life sentence in Azkaban. But this got me thinking... What other acts in the Wizarding World can earn you a sentence to Azkaban? See Privacy Policy
Oct 21, 2024 · 9 min
HUGE Harry Potter News Updates (TV Show, Hogwarts Legacy Sequel, REBRAND & More)
Welcome to Harry Potter Theory. I'm coming to you today with a bunch of updates on the Harry Potter franchise as a whole- including news about the TV show, upcoming sequels, WizardingWorld.com, and more! This is a NEW style of video that I'll be making from time to time to help everyone get up to speed with everything HARRY POTTER. I've got 5 bits of news to cover in this one, so let's dive in to it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.
Oct 18, 2024 · 12 min
7 MORE Harry Potter Theories EVERY FAN AGREES WITH (Part 2)
Welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. In my last video I discussed 7 Harry Potter theories that are so inconsequential and likewise plausible that they are hard to deny. Theories with such little evidence against them that, for the most part, we can all agree they likely have a basis in reality. In my last video, it seemed like many of you agreed with my picks, so today we're diving into 7 more of these theories..Pushing the envelope a little further. Let me know down in the co
Oct 14, 2024 · 12 min
7 Harry Potter Theories Every Fan AGREES ON
Within the theorydom, there are some pretty absurd Harry Potter theories out there. And I'll admit, I'm likely responsible for quite a few of them... However, even when I present more rational theories, they often face their fair share of scrutiny. There are usually a number of ways in which even a fairly IRONCLAD theory can be challenged. But every once in a while a theory comes along with so few holes that..For the most part, Potterheads actually AGREE. Theories so plausible (and with so li
Oct 11, 2024 · 9 min
New Harry Potter TV Show Writer HASN’T READ THE BOOKS
With the new Harry Potter TV Show on the (still fairly distant) horizon, more and more details about the show are slowly being unravelled. However, one recent bit of news that came to light a few days ago has left fans a little distraught... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 9, 2024 · 14 min
Ollivander's DARKEST Secret - Harry Potter Theory
At the time of writing this, Ollivander's Wand Shop has been supplying the wizarding community with the finest wands money can buy for nearly 24 centuries, having first opened its doors as far back as 382 BC. I know I know, this date DOES seem a little far-fetched, but rest assured that it has been confirmed as canon. And it was during that year that the original 'Ollivander', the ancestor of Garrick Ollivander, was thought to have come from a Mediterranean country in Roman times and set up a s
Oct 6, 2024 · 12 min
How Do Wizards Communicate with Dementors? - Harry Potter Theory
I question the Harry Potter books A LOT. But there's one thing in particular that I've always more or less accepted at face value with no regard for HOW it actually unfolds. And that THING is HOW the Ministry (and others) communicates with what are essentially amortal wraithlike spirits that (as far as I know) do NOT possess the ability to speak. I'm of course talking about DEMENTORS. Adding even more mystery to this question is the fact that underneath that hood of theirs the Dementors have a
Oct 2, 2024 · 15 min
Azkaban Prisoners Are Human Sacrifices - DARK Harry Potter Theory
On the surface, Azkaban seems like a pretty good idea- mainly due to its effectiveness. It's on a far-off remote island, it has a fortress designed to keep the most dangerous criminals at bay, there are perpetual storms surrounding the island, AND there's an army of Dementors working as prison guards.- And that's just the PHYSICAL side of things. Mentally, the prison is an absolute nightmare. The crashing waves and howling winds serve as a natural barrier, isolating the inmates from the world t
Sep 29, 2024 · 15 min
7 Major Events BEFORE The Harry Potter Story Started (PART 2)
2 weeks ago I released '7 Major Events BEFORE The Harry Potter Story Started'- the first part of a 4 part series where I discuss events that took place PRIOR to the books and films. Harry Potter lore is a lot deeper than some people realize, so today we're going to be winding the clocks back once again and exploring 7 more significant events in Harry Potter canon. The last video left us in the early part of the 13th century, and today we'll be picking things up in the latter half. Let's get in
Sep 26, 2024 · 9 min
BAD NEWS for the Harry Potter TV Show...
Hey everyone, Welcome to another installment of Harry Potter Theory. I come to you with news regarding the upcoming Harry Potter TV series. I'll kick things off with the update and then I'll dive in to some more details of the project for those who are interested. Following the Emmy Awards last week, HBO's CEO and chairman, Casey Bloys, provided some fresh new details regarding the upcoming and highly anticipated series. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not