What else has Jude Law been in? Law has wracked up an impressive wealth of film credits throughout his career and was especially prolific in the late ’90s and early ‘oos – appearing in films as varied as Existenz, The Talented Mr. Ripley, A.I. Artificial Intelligence, Cold Mountain, and The Aviator. He played Dr. John Watson in Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes films and has also appeared in films such as The Holiday, The Grand Budapest Hotel and Captain Marvel. His most recent film role was in The Nest, while small-screen credits include The Young Pope and The Third Day.

Dan Fogler plays Jacob Kowalski

Who is Jacob? A No-Maj veteran of the First World War, Jacob stumbled into the Wizarding World in the first film, and although he has his memory wiped he keeps getting drawn back in. He owns a bakery in New York and is a former lover of Queenie – but has fallen on hard times when we first meet him in the new film.

What else has Dan Fogler been in? At this point, Jacob Kowalski is probably Fogler’s most well-known role, but he has also appeared in films such as Good Luck Chuck, Barely Lethal, and Jay and Silent Bob Reboot. He has also written and directed two features – Hysterical Psycho and Don Peyote – and is a frequent voice actor. He had a recurring role as Luke on The Walking Dead between 2018 and 2020, and will play Francis Ford Coppola in the upcoming series The Offer, about the making of The Godfather.

Alison Sudol as Queenie Goldstein

Who is Queenie? The younger sister of Tina, Queenie is a powerful Legilimens (mind reader) who goes rogue at the end of the second film and becomes a follower of Grindelwald – convinced that the dark wizard will help her achieve her dream of marrying Jacob.

What else has Alison Sudol been in? Sudol doesn’t have too many screen credits besides the Fantastic Beasts films but she has also had roles in Other People’s Children, Between Us, and The Last Full Measure. She has released three albums as a singer/songwriter and has also directed several music videos.

Callum Turner plays Theseus Scamander

Who is Theseus? Newt’s older brother, Theseus is a very dedicated employee at the British Ministry of Magic and is considered a war hero for his actions in the First World War. He was engaged to Leta Lestrange, before she was killed in the events of the last film – sacrificing herself to save him and his brother.

What else has Callum Turner been in? You might recognise Turner from his roles in a number of British TV dramas – including Eli in Glue, Prince Anatole Kuragin in the 2016 War & Peace adaptation, and Shaun Emery in The Capture – the latter of which earned him a BAFTA nomination for Best Actor. Big screen roles have included Green Room, Assassin’s Creed, Emma and The Last Letter for Your Lover. 

Jessica Williams plays Professor Eulalie “Lally” Hicks

Who is Lally? A teacher at the US-based Ilvermorny School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, Lally is an ally of Dumbledore and becomes heavily involved in the plan to foil Grindelwald’s rise.

What else has Jessica Williams been in? Williams is known for her comedy and journalism career – including serving as a senior correspondent on The Daily Show from 2012 to 2016 and a co-host of the podcast 2 Dope Queens – while other film credits have included The Incredible Jessica James and Booksmart. She had a main role in the second season of the romantic comedy series Love Life and appeared as Karen in four episodes of Girls.

Katherine Waterston plays Porpentina “Tina” Goldstein

Who is Tina? An auror at the Magical Congress of the United States of America, Queenie is established as Newt’s love interest in the first two entries in the franchise – and played a key role in thwarting Gellert Grindelwald during the Obscurus incident in the first film.

What else has Katherine Waterston been in? Since making her feature film debut in Michael Clayton in 2007, Waterston has amassed many impressive credits – highlights of which have included Inherent Vice, Steve Jobs, Alien: Covenant, Logan Lucky and The World to Come.

Mads Mikkelsen plays Gellert Grindelwald

Who is Grindelwald? One of the most notorious and powerful dark wizards of all time Grindelwald is seeking to lead a new Wizarding World Order based on his belief in wizarding superiority. He had a close relationship with Dumbledore as a teenager and is still unable to duel him due to a blood pact.

What else has Mads Mikkelsen been in? Mikkelsen has become something of a specialist in villains and antiheroes over the years – with memorable roles including Le Chiffre in Bond flick Casino Royale, the title character in hit series Hannibal, and Kaecilius in Doctor Strange. Other film credits have included Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, A Royal Affair, The Hunt, and Another Round while he will also have a role in the upcoming fifth Indiana Jones film.

William Nadylam plays Yusuf Kama

Who is Yusuf? A French wizard of Senegalese descent, Yusuf is another ally of Newt – who had previously attempted to kill Credence while falsely believing him to be his former stepfather’s son.

What else has William Nadylam been in? Nadylam has mainly appeared in French films and series – with highlights including White Material, L’affaire SK1, and the TV series Parlement.

Victoria Yeates plays Bunty Broadacre

Who is Bunty? Newt Scamander’s assistant, Bunty has a real fondness for his boss – who doesn’t seem to be aware of her feelings for him.

What else has Victoria Yeates been in? Yeates is best known for her role as Sister Winifred in Call the Midwife, who she played between 2014 and 2019. She’s also worked extensively on stage, appearing in productions of Private Lives and The Crucible.

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore will be released in UK cinemas on Friday 8th April 2022. Visit our Movies hub for more news and features and find something to watch tonight with our TV Guide.

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