Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald

Set in 1927, The Crimes of Grindelwald deepens the conflict between dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) and a young Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law), who recruits Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) to thwart Grindelwald’s rising army. Key Plot Points: Grindelwald’s Escape: After breaking out of MACUSA custody, he rallies followers in Paris, promising wizard supremacy over Muggles. Credence’s Mystery: The troubled Obscurial (Ezra Miller) searches for his true identity, with Grindelwald manipulating him. Newt’s Mission: Reluctantly working with Dumbledore, Newt reunites with Tina, Queenie, and Jacob—but alliances fracture as Queenie falls under Grindelwald’s influence. Shocking Revelations: The film unveils ties to Harry Potter lore (e.g., Nagini’s origin, Dumbledore’s past with Grindelwald).