Jude Law and Mads Mikkelsen on 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore'

The cast of 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore', including Jude Law, Mads Mikkelsen, and Eddie Redmayne, met virtually with the international press to present the third installment of the saga, arriving in Italian theaters on April 13 via Warner Bros. The film focuses on the young Albus Dumbledore, played by Jude Law, who described his character as still finding his way and confronting his demons, particularly his guilt. The story delves into the unspoken relationship between Dumbledore and the dark wizard Grindelwald, portrayed by Mads Mikkelsen, who replaced Johnny Depp due to legal and family issues. Mikkelsen noted that he joined the production later than the rest of the cast but felt immediately welcomed. Director David Yates explained that the film explores Dumbledore's formative years, a period that shapes the man he becomes. Dumbledore devises a secret plan involving his former student Newt Scamander and a band of wizards, witches, and a brave Muggle. The screenplay is based on an original story by J.K. Rowling, with the final script co-written by Rowling and Steve Kloves, who also serve as producers.