John Lithgow ‘absolutely’ didn’t expect JK Rowling backlash over Harry Potter reboot

John Lithgow ‘absolutely’ didn’t expect JK Rowling backlash over Harry Potter reboot

He was surprised by the criticism.

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John Lithgow calls backlash to Harry Potter role ‘odd’ following JK Rowling’s anti-trans rhetoric

John Lithgow calls backlash to Harry Potter role ‘odd’ following JK Rowling’s anti-trans rhetoric

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John Lithgow ‘absolutely’ didn’t expect JK Rowling backlash over Harry Potter reboot

John Lithgow ‘absolutely’ didn’t expect JK Rowling backlash over Harry Potter reboot

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Comment: Dear filmmakers, stop waiting for permission (a polite British reminder)

Comment: Dear filmmakers, stop waiting for permission (a polite British reminder)

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'Willow' revives the Lucasfilm fantasy with a more contemporary streaming adventure

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