Fantastic Beasts franchise

The *Fantastic Beasts* franchise is a series of fantasy films set in the wizarding world created by J.K. Rowling. It serves as a prequel to the *Harry Potter* series, exploring the magical community in the early 20th century. The story follows magizoologist Newt Scamander as he discovers and protects magical creatures while navigating conflicts involving dark wizard Grindelwald and magical institutions. The franchise combines adventure, magic, and rich world-building, appealing to both fans of Harry Potter and newcomers interested in exploring the deeper history of this fantastical universe.