Has Hollywood Run Out of Ideas?

Scrubs is back. Malcolm in the Middle is back. Girls, Glee and Clueless are on the way, and Harry Potter starts all over again on Christmas Day. Has Hollywood run out of ideas, or just run out of nerve? Vlad and Kelly are breaking down reboots vs. revivals vs. spinoffs, the corporate strategy of nostalgia, and… maybe even making a plea to every show runner: don't ruin our endings. Plus a game of Reboot or Cancel, and this week's cocktail—Déjà Brew Espresso Martinis—sponsored by Ketel One and Mr. Black.

• Nov 5

Undersea power cable diverted after "Harry Potter" fans complain

The CEO of Etchea Energy described being inundated with calls after inadvertently planning an underground cable beneath a memorial to the fictional "Harry Potter" character.

• Aug 10

The Uplift: Harry Potter and "Hairy" Potter

"Harry Potter" star Tom Felton opens up about life after the iconic film series, and the lessons he's learned. High school sweethearts get married in the hospital amid a cancer battle. And a dog goes viral for his Halloween costumes, including the his own "Hairy" Potter outfit.

• Oct 28, 2022

Meet the "Harry Potter" actors cast to play Harry, Hermione and Ron

The actors who were cast for the lead roles in the upcoming "Harry Potter​" series have been revealed.

• May 27, 2025

Here's a look inside Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park

Epic Universe, the first new theme park in Florida in more than 25 years, opens on May 22. Here's what visitors can expect.

• May 20, 2025

From the archives: Maggie Smith

Dame Maggie Smith, whose luminous career included two Academy Awards and a Tony, died on Friday, September 27, 2024, at age 89. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired January 20, 2002, correspondent Eugenia Zukerman talked with Smith about her roles, which ranged from Shakespeare's Desdemona to Harry Potter's Professor Minerva McGonagall; and about her grandmother's advice that she never appear on the stage. Zukerman also talked with "Gosford Park" director Robert Altman and producer Bob Balaban about the actress' on-screen magic.

• Sep 28, 2024

Harry Potter cover art fetches a record price at auction in New York

The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.

• Jun 27, 2024

Extended Interview: Daniel Radcliffe

In this extended interview with Anthony Mason, Daniel Radcliffe talks about his transition from film to stage, the strong bond with his fellow cast members, and the thrill of being part of the revival of "Merrily We Roll Along."

• Jun 12, 2024

"Harry Potter" actor Warwick Davis mourns death of his wife

"I miss her hugs," Warwick Davis said of the passing of his wife Samantha Davis. "With her by my side, I was sure I could achieve anything. It was like having a super-power."

• Apr 18, 2024

1st print version of debut "Harry Potter" novel sold at auction

The uncorrected copy proof of the debut novel in the Harry Potter series was bought for pennies more than a quarter-century ago with J.K. Rowling's name misspelled on the title page.

• Feb 27, 2024

Harry Potter first edition found in bargain bin sells for $69,000 at auction

A mom bought a copy of the first Harry Potter book for her kids to read on vacation. More than 20 years later, it sold at auction for $69,000.

• Dec 11, 2023

Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82

Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.

• Sep 28, 2023

Actor Michael Gambon dies at 82

Acclaimed British actor Michael Gambon, known to millions for playing the character of Dumbledore in the "Harry Potter" films, has died at the age of 82 after contracting pneumonia.

• Sep 28, 2023

Playing Harry Potter's son on Broadway

"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" has been on Broadway for more than five years and has set records for attendance in its run worldwide. Joel Meyers stars as Harry Potter's son, Albus Potter, in the production. He joined CBS News to discuss his experience.

• Sep 22, 2023

Here's where you can buy Princess Leia's dress and Harry Potter's cloak

The iconic items are part of an ultra-rare collection of movie props that could rake in more than $12 million.

• Jun 23, 2023

Actor Daniel Radcliffe and long-term partner Erin Darke welcome first child

The couple have not confirmed the sex, name, or date of birth of the little one.

• Apr 25, 2023

"Harry Potter" to be made into TV series for Max streaming service

Original series will dive deep into each of the seven iconic books, CEO of HBO and Max content said.

• Apr 13, 2023

Officials urge Harry Potter fans to stop leaving socks at Dobby beach memorial

Fans often come to leave socks at the location where the house elf's funeral was filmed.

• Nov 2, 2022

Daniel Radcliffe defends speaking out against J.K. Rowling's controversial comments

Actor Daniel Radcliffe has opened up about why, back in 2020, he chose to speak out​ against the comments made by the "Harry Potter" author.

• Nov 2, 2022

Tom Felton says Daniel Radcliffe a "brother"

Despite the constant battle between Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy, actor Tom Felton says he thinks of Daniel Radcliffe as a brother — and says the "Harry Potter" star led the cast with enthusiasm and professionalism: "He was always up for bringing as much as he can to the table."

• Oct 19, 2022

"Harry Potter" actor Tom Felton on new memoir

Actor Tom Felton talks with CBS News correspondent Anthony Mason about his new memoir, "Beyond The Wand: The Magic and Mayhem of Growing Up a Wizard," and his days on the set of "Harry Potter." Felton also shares how he overcame personal challenges and learned to accept help when friends staged an intervention about his drinking.

• Oct 18, 2022

Harry Potter's Tom Felton talks intervention, friendship with Emma Watson

Tom Felton, who played Draco Malfoy, said Watson's similar sense of humor made them the "best of friends."

• Oct 18, 2022

"Harry Potter" actor Robbie Coltrane dies at 72

Robbie Coltrane, who played Hagrid the half-giant in the "Harry Potter" movies, died at 72. Daniel Radcliffe called Coltrane one of the funniest people he's ever met.

• Oct 14, 2022

"Harry Potter" stars share their memories of late actor Robbie Coltrane

"Robbie was like the most fun uncle I've ever had," Emma Watson wrote.

• Oct 14, 2022

Actor Robbie Coltrane dies at age 72

Robbie Coltrane, the Scottish actor who played Hagrid in the "Harry Potter" movies and a crime boss in two James Bond films, has died. He was 72. CBS News' Elaine Quijano and Errol Barnett have more.

• Oct 14, 2022

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