
APRIL 5, 2006 at 7:08 PM
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Source: HPANA
Warner Bros. today confirmed what several entertainment and fan sites reported recently: that Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix will be opening in theatres July 13, 2007.
Earlier, sources told us the date was targeted but that Warner Bros. had not absolutely committed to it. Targeting a release date is not uncommon, as it gives the studios and their competitors a chance to stake a claim for opening weekends (and who wants to go up against a Harry Potter movie?). In many cases, a targeted date becomes the official date.
Admittedly, this doesn't bode well for the popular fan speculation that book 7 will be released 07/07/07, unless WB and the Potter book publishers don't care about such a close release window. Still, producer David Heyman promised recently that the first teaser trailer will be out later this year.
Update: WB has since confirmed several international release dates.
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Mrs. Roonil Wazlib
Points: 2492
weasleyskeepingme says:
NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!! Now there is little to zilitch of a chance for a 07/07/07 release of Book 7!!!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 12:26 AM EST
Witch
Points: 865
Linakekei says:
that's quite exciting to hear...i dont know if i can wait that long! AHH!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 12:29 AM EST
The Keeper of Time
Points: 2604
krisie says:
That is really cool. It is two days before my birthday. I hope that book 7 comes out before then. Anyway something to look forward to.
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 12:38 AM EST
Substitute Chosen One
Points: 3021
Mr Fishbein says:
Yeah I saw this on another site, but wasn't sure to believe if it was true or not. But if HPANA say it is, I'll believe it. I can't believe they've given us a release date so earely into production. Oh well, not complaining!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 12:41 AM EST
Hogwarts Valedictorian
Points: 2807
Lily*R/Hr says:
Oh my gosh, that's so cool!!! I can't wait to see it!...I was hoping for June, but oh well ; ) That's still awesome.
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 12:45 AM EST
Student
Points: 212
ProfessorTragoudi says:
Does that make it a Friday the 13th? Neat...
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:00 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 1st Class
Points: 1826
snapelupinfan says:
Good to hear and I'm happy about it, but what does this mean for book 7????
I was looking forward to travel to London in summer and now it is quite unlikely that the release date is near the release of the movie.:(
I still hope that they don't care about both releases at the same time, but i highly doubt it!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:08 AM EST
Head Boy
Points: 458
#1:HarryPotterFan says:
Oh wow already confirmed. Seems sooo far! Oh well i cant wait! :D
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:31 AM EST
Hufflepuff Princess
Points: 24832
Waddi Wasi says:
Yes, but maybe all of the hype about a new book will generate people to go check out the movies and refresh their Potter knowledge! =D
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:36 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 47
Funny_Borwornrat says:
Oh god! i can't wait. HURRY UP
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:51 AM EST
Witch
Points: 822
I love HP says:
Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE are gonna have the double harry potter special a movie and a book but this one will be special because this is it its like the end of star wars except the movies are still being made! *tears* l.o.l
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:52 AM EST
Son of Harry & Ginny
Points: 8979
Albus S. Potter says:
Way cool... and a very cool birthday present (one day after my birthday) I CAN'T WAIT!!

I ♥ Kavana
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:55 AM EST
Order of Merlin, 3rd Class
Points: 1500
krystle_clear says:
Thats awesome! i suppose its not that far away :S i wonder when they are going to release the seventh book, i hope 07/07/07, that would be kool.
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:57 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 14
phoenix_fire01 says:
So the countdown begins! YAH!! Wish it was this year, can't be too greedy though :)
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 1:59 AM EST
Head Girl
Points: 466
Claire Bear luvs Potter says:
An early birthday present for me!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:07 AM EST
Student
Points: 277
becs_weasley_always says:
Thats like 1 year away?!?! Oh well as long as HPANA keep bringing us news! I can't wait for this!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:16 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 396
EbonyIvory says:
Holy Moley!!!!!! Geez that is soooo close i cannot wait. a date to put on all of any HP fans diary's. Oh! i forgot Australia usually gets everything later than the rest of the world for no good reson. I hope that the date for us will come soon, so then I can put the actul date for me in my diary!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:19 AM EST
Wizard
Points: 906
*The*Physical*Being* says:
Wow that is like way beyound FABULOUS!!!!!!!! I cannot wait
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:23 AM EST
Witch
Points: 828
Elphaba_Thropp says:
Oh my god! We've only just had Goblet of Fire and we already have a release date for Order! That will fly by, espescially with the stills and clips we get on the internet (Which I am trying to avoid this time around)
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:32 AM EST
Witch
Points: 955
witch46 says:
Awsome!
But if the book is released on the 7th, their going to be a bit close!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:36 AM EST
Muggle
Points: 85
frostyginny says:
Ooh!!!!I just cannot wait till the movie comes out. Hurray!!!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:45 AM EST
Squib
Points: 146
Luscious Lucius says:
Holy must refrain from coarse language Batman! This announcement made me jump for joy! It would make my life even more spectacular and happy if the seventh book and the movie came out around the same time! Everyone'd be reading the book (again) while waiting in line for the movie. It'll be one big happy Harry Potter-loving party! I can see the day now! I'll be taking half the day off work, possibly the whole day if I can manage and waiting in line for hours, hopefully being the first in line. Then if not first in line, first to buy advanced tickets! SCORE!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:46 AM EST
Squib
Points: 146
Luscious Lucius says:
Oh! One more thing, I forgot...(sorry for the double post...my bad) but marking the date on my calendar now...
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 2:47 AM EST
Delusional Army Soldier
Points: 4399
ILoveHP! says:
Oh no. Confirmed... I first read this in LeakyCauldron... Oh no!!! THe book is more important to me!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 3:27 AM EST
Prefect
Points: 324
xDracosGirlx says:
Nice! I hope they get book 7 out on 7-7-07 though.. I would rather have the book then the film, because the books more important, but we get both :D so that's good!
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 3:44 AM EST
Auror
Points: 2465
undisputed760 says:
Well at least now we know for sure. Its gonna suck having to wait that long though.
Posted Apr 6, 2006 at 3:46 AM EST
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