LONDON — Potterheads around the globe are celebrating because today, May 2, is International Harry Potter Day!
According to National Today, May 2 marks the Battle of Hogwarts, the final conflict of the Second Wizarding War that took place in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The Order of the Phoenix became victorious, putting a conclusion into that war, resulting in the death of the novel series' arch nemesis, Lord Voldemort.
Due to the worldwide popularity of "Harry Potter," former United Kingdom Prime Minister David Cameron declared May 2 an official international holiday to commemorate J. K. Rowling's best-selling literary opus.
In anticipation of the new Harry Potter theme park in Tokyo that will open in June with a more "Fantastic Beasts" showcase, a rumored "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" live-action movie and a new "Harry Potter" series to be available for online streaming, revisit the books and the film series through the following photos and reels:
Double-decker bus taking visitors to Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
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Giant wands welcome guests by the entrance
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter outdoor entrance
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter interior entrance
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'Fantastic Beasts' original costumes by the entrance
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The Great Hall of Hogwarts Castle
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Original cast costumes and props
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Hogwarts Castle model that changes its look by the seasons depending on the lighting. It was used to shoot the castles' outdoor and panoramic scenes.
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WATCH: The magic inside Harry Potter Studio London
Harry's Hogwarts room; Dumbledore's or Headmaster's Office
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Hagrid's house
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Original props and sets recreating scenes from the movie series
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Original props and sets recreating scenes from the movie series
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Original props and sets recreating scenes from the movie series
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Original props and sets recreating scenes from the movie series
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Interactive sites with just a push of the button
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You can even pet a phoenix!
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WATCH: Wand combat training from original 'Harry Potter' wand master
The Goblins
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Robotics, costumes, makeup, prosthetics and other special effects
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WATCH: Baby Valdemort etc. robotics
Hogwarts Express Station
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Original Platform 9 3/4 in Kings Cross Station where the movie originally shot its iconic scene
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WATCH: Butterbeer break!
'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' show in West End
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