: The film explores the "backwards" laws in the U.S. that prevent wizards from befriending or marrying No-Majs. Key Cast : Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander. Katherine Waterston as Tina Goldstein. Dan Fogler as Jacob Kowalski. Colin Farrell as Percival Graves. Critical Reception
Set in , the story follows British magizoologist Newt Scamander as he arrives in New York City with a suitcase full of rare magical creatures. After a "No-Maj" (non-magical person) named Jacob Kowalski accidentally opens the case, several creatures escape into the city. Newt must team up with Jacob and sisters Tina and Queenie Goldstein to retrieve them while navigating the strict laws of the American wizarding world. 2585-BR720p-SUBS-FANTASTICBEASTS1.mp4
Critics praised the film for its imaginative visual effects and the performance of its lead cast. However, some felt the plot was occasionally overshadowed by "beast-chasing" sequences and that certain character developments lacked depth compared to the original Harry Potter series. Despite these criticisms, it was a box-office success and spawned two sequels, though a fourth film was later canceled by Warner Bros. Discovery following the underperformance of the third installment. : The film explores the "backwards" laws in the U