Icons Unearthed: Harry Potter

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2024-08-21

Last Air Date: 2024-09-25

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Networks: Vice TV

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Top Cast

Flick Miles as Self - Narrator (voice)

Seasons

Season 1 (2024)

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 fascinated audiences.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: The Kids Are in Charge (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.
Ep. 2: A Race to the Finish (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.
Ep. 3: A Dark Turn (2024-09-04)

A new director tests the team as he tries to bring real magic to Hogwarts, as well as a new Dumbledore.
Ep. 4: A Hero Unprepared (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.
Ep. 5: Growing Up (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.
Ep. 6: Pushing the Boundaries (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.