Customer Ratings & Reviews

I purchased the 3d version of Fantastic Beasts so part of my review includes the visual appeal in addition to the story. Personally, I'm a modest Harry Potter fan but while this movie has thematic elements to connect and/or relate to the wizarding world as seen in the Potter movies Fantastic Beasts sits very well on its own. If someone whose never seen a Potter movie or read the books watched this film they would not be lost while viewing, which I think is a good thing. I like the story overall though I didn't feel the villains were truly villainous per say, and I kind of like a more blatantly evil foe to ratchet up the big finale. That being said, and without giving plot points away I still enjoyed the character arcs. Eddie Redmayne truly is an amazing actor. He handles his characters so well that I forget he's not the character he's portraying, however because of some of his mannerisms in this film I did feel at times I was watching Stephen Hawking portraying Newt (that's how good he was in The Theory of Everything). Dan Fogler, Catherine Waterston, Colin Farrel and the rest of the cast did a fine job bringing their characters something of interest and as an ensemble were very well cast. Visually speaking, I have only seen the 3d version on an OLED tv which is by far and away the best way to see it in my opinion. The scenery and depth is incredible and while many don't like 3d, there are some unique effects that can't be appreciated unless you see it this way. I don't buy a lot of movies, but this one was well worth it and will certainly be an occasion rewatch, which is how I determine if any film is a valuable purchase.

I always enjoyed the Harry Potter series and this movie was a very good addition to those

We enjoyed watching this movie as a whole family, this will be a stocking stuffer.

Bought during Black Friday sales event as it was deeply discounted, as advertised... no issues

Heard great things about this movie, the black friday deal was too good to pass up

I really like the story line to this movie & can’t wait to see what they come up with next.

Scamander is a little awkward but the creatures are FLAWLESS! An amazing spin off.

Could this be the start of another run in Harry Potter land? Yes, but how long will it last? I haven't seen the next one yet... I bet it as good as this one!

I liked it. This was a good story set in the Harry Potter world. its on par with some of the better Harry Potter movies. Still not as good as the books though.

Fantastic Breasts is the start of another story from comic books worth making in to a movie.

If you love Harry potter you will love this movie!! Great characters and storyline!!

Bought this movie after seeing it. Have no regrets love the movie! Whimsical and magical

Excellent movie. My wifes loves it more than HP. Must have in your blu ray collection!

This a good film for Harry Potter fans and it might even appeal to some newcomers like myself. The story could've used better focus, but I still like it.

Not as good as Harry Potter but still an enjoyable film. Had to watch it a couple times before I really liked it. Much better than it's sequel.

was told the movie was before the Harry Potter ones. But so far the first one isn't as good as Harry Potter. I'm hoping the second will be better.

The entire family will enjoy this magically engaging prequel to the Harry Potter series.

A good movie to follow the Harry Potter flics. Continues with the amazing Potter world.

I loved this movie! Such imagination and detail. Great for the entire family and library.

A fun alternative return to the Wizarding World. Looks great in 4K as well.