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Harry Potter franchise anniversary global merchandise

Overview

Global brands are launching various merchandise and food collaborations to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Harry Potter film franchise.

In Brazil, Loungefly released a licensed Hagrid-themed mini-backpack, while Cinemark Brazil introduced a line of surprise plush-figure collectibles packaged in drink cups. These releases coincide with special cinema screenings of ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’ scheduled for late August.

In Japan, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts announced a limited-edition series of doughnuts inspired by the four Hogwarts houses and a ‘Sorting Hat’ doughnut, alongside a ‘Golden Snitch’ themed latte. Additionally, the retailer niko and . . . is launching apparel, home goods, and accessories themed around both Harry Potter and the Fantastic Beasts series, including a promotional campaign for the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo.

Entities

Harry Potter · Rubeus Hagrid · niko and . . . · Warner Bros. Entertainment · Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

Timeline

  1. 5 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Harry Potter themed collaborations launch in Japan

    Japanese brands Krispy Kreme and niko and . . . are launching Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts themed collaborations, featuring themed food, apparel, and home goods starting August 21.

  2. 14 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Harry Potter-themed products debut in Brazil

    Loungefly launched a Hagrid birthday‑cake mini‑backpack and Cinemark rolled out a Harry Potter surprise‑plushie line in its snackbars, both debuting in Brazil in August.

Sources

cinemacafe.net · yokohamakonan-sakae.goguynet.jp