Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018): Cast & Ratings
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald is a 2018 adventure fantasy film directed by David Yates, starring Johnny Depp as Grindelwald, Eddie Redmayne and Zoë Kravitz. It runs 2 hours 14 minutes and earned $655.8 million worldwide on a $200 million budget. It earned 4 award nominations, including Best Production Design at the BAFTA 2019. Critics gave it 36% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 14m (134 min)
- Director
- David Yates
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Warner Bros.
- Budget
- $200M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald About?
The premise of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
As Grindelwald’s influence grows, Albus Dumbledore enlists the help of Newt Scamander to try and stop him. Unbeknownst to Dumbledore, this mission sets them on a dangerous path. The wizarding world is fractured, and allegiances are challenged as love and loyalty are put to the test among friends and family. Newt finds himself navigating complex relationships and uncovering long-held secrets that could destabilize the magical world.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Cast & Characters
Johnny Depp leads the cast as Grindelwald, with Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander and Zoë Kravitz as Leta Lestrange. Directed by David Yates; 19 actors are credited in all.
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Director David Yates
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Callum Turner as Theseus Scamander
Also Starring in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
· 15 more- Ezra Miller Credence Barebone
- Katherine Waterston Tina Goldstein
- Dan Fogler Jacob Kowalski
- Jude Law
- Carmen Ejogo Seraphina Picquery
- Ólafur Darri Ólafsson
- Jessica Williams
- Kamil Lemieszewski
- Kevin Guthrie Abernathy
- Derek Riddell Torquil Travers
- Wolf Roth Spielman
- David Sakurai Krall
- Alison Sudol
- Soo-hyun Kim
- Victoria Yeates
More from David Yates
More films directed by David Yates, best-rated first: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 36% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in story & flow (20).
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald struggles to sustain engagement due to a disjointed narrative and underdeveloped character arcs. While the film features occasional visual flair and hints at future developments, these elements are overshadowed by excessive subplots and unresolved threads. The pacing oscillates between hurried exposition and languid stretches, limiting overall momentum. Despite sporadic strengths in effects and performance, the entry remains a largely underwhelming addition to the franchise.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 35
In terms of direction and cinematography, the film leans toward a uniform digital palette that often feels flat and uninspired. Production design introduces detailed period elements, but editing lacks dynamism. A few standout sequences, such as the climactic fire scene, provide visual interest. Overall, the visual presentation is competent yet largely underwhelming.
- Character & Emotion 30
When it comes to character depth and emotional resonance, portrayals remain uneven and frequently fail to connect. While some principal figures display nuanced motivations, many supporting roles feel underdeveloped and miscast. Chemistry among leads is inconsistent, leaving several interpersonal dynamics unconvincing. In sum, the character work falls short of establishing lasting emotional engagement.
- Story & Flow 20
In terms of plot coherence and pacing, the narrative suffers from excessive subplots and fragmented storytelling. Significant segments introduce new elements without clear resolution, resulting in confusion and a sense of filler. Pacing alternates between rushed exposition and stalled development, undermining originality and engagement. Overall, the story structure feels disjointed and diminishes viewer investment.
- Sensory Experience 40
When considering soundtrack, sound design, and visual style, the film delivers uneven sensory impact. The musical score underscores key moments but lacks memorable thematic motifs. Sound effects enhance magical sequences, yet ambient audio occasionally feels muffled. Visually, certain effects-driven scenes evoke spectacle, but a predominantly digital aesthetic limits immersive appeal. Net, the sensory experience is mixed and inconsistent.
- Rewatch Factor 25
In terms of replay value and lasting appeal, the film offers limited incentive for repeat viewings. Unresolved plot threads and narrative ambiguity can frustrate subsequent watches. Occasional character insights and visual highlights emerge upon reflection, yet these elements are insufficient to overcome an overall lack of cohesion. Ultimately, the film’s rewatch potential remains modest.
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IMDb 6.3 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 36% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 53%
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TMDB 68% User score
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Letterboxd 2.6 /5
229 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.7 /5
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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1927, as the Magical Congress of the United States of America (MACUSA) begins the transfer of the dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald](/actor/johnny-depp) to Europe for trial, he manages to escape. A few months later in London, Newt Scamander seeks to have his international travel ban lifted at the Ministry of Magic. During his visit, he unexpectedly encounters Leta Lestrange, the fiancée of his brother Theseus Scamander and a former classmate from Hogwarts. The Ministry agrees to lift Newt’s ban on the condition that he helps locate Credence Barebone, who is currently in Paris. Reluctant to work alongside the ruthless bounty hunter Gunnar Grimmson, Newt hesitates to take on the mission.
Full summary
The whole story of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Box Office & Budget
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald grossed $655.8 million worldwide on a $200 million budget, 3.3 times what it cost. $159.6 million came from the US and Canada and $496.2 million (76%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$655.8M
3.3× its budget
- US & Canada
- $159.6M
- International
- $496.2M
- Budget
- $200M
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Awards & Nominations
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald earned 4 award nominations, including Best Production Design at the BAFTA 2019. The 4 nominations come from 3 ceremonies, the most at the BAFTA 2019.
4 nominations3 ceremonies
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BAFTA 2019 2 nominations- Nominated Best Production Design
- Nominated Best Special Visual Effects
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Artios Awards 2019 1 nomination- Nominated The Zeitgeist Award
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Saturn Awards 2019 1 nomination- Nominated Best Fantasy Film Release
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Trailers & Videos
12 videos: 3 trailers, 3 teasers, 1 clip and 5 featurettes.
- Trailer Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Official Comic-Con Trailer
- Trailer Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Final Trailer
- Teaser Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald - "Accio Tickets"
- Teaser Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) - TV Spot - Hunt
How Well Do You Know Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the dark wizard that orchestrates his own escape at the beginning of the film?
Cars in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
21 cars on screen, including the Ford Model T and the 1925 Crossley 14 h.p. Tourer.
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Ford Model T Background role
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald Also Known As
60 alternative titles, including “Sinh Vật Huyền Bí 2: Tội Ác của Grindelwald” and “Fantastic Beasts 2”.
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- Sinh Vật Huyền Bí 2: Tội Ác của Grindelwald
- Fantastic Beasts 2
- Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes og Grindelwald
- Animais Fantásticos 2 - Os Crimes de Grindelwald
- Fantastic Beasts 2: The Crimes of Grindelwald
- 신비한 동물사전 2
- Les Animaux fantastiques - Les Crimes de Grindelwald
- Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 3D
- Fantastic Beasts։ The Crimes of Grindelwald 3D
- Animais Fantásticos Os Crimes de Grindelwald
- Animale fantastice: Crimele lui Grindelwald
- 怪獸與葛林戴華德之罪
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- 神奇动物：格林德沃之罪
- 神奇动物2
- Fantastic Beasts 2 - The Crimes of Grindelwald
- 神奇动物2：格林德沃之罪
- Les Animaux Fantastiques Les Crimes de Grindelwald
- Les Animaux Fantastiques
- Les Crimes de Grindelwald
- جانوران شگفتانگیز ۲: جنایات گریندلوالد
- جانوران شگفتانگیز ۲
- Fantastic Beasts II: The Crimes of Grindelwald
- Φανταστικά Ζώα: Τα Εγκλήματα του Γκρίντελβαλντ
- Animais Fantásticos: Os Crimes de Grindelwald
- Phantastische Tierwesen: Grindelwalds Verbrechen
- Les Animaux Fantastiques : Les Crimes de Grindelwald
- Фантастични животни: Престъпленията на Гринделвалд
- Sinh Vật Huyền Bí: Tội Ác của Grindelwald
- Fantastik Canavarlar: Grindelwald'ın Suçları
- Фантастичні звірі: Злочини Ґріндельвальда
- Фантастические твари: Преступления Грин-де-Вальда
- Fantastiske skabninger 2: Grindelwalds forbrydelser
- Animali fantastici - I crimini di Grindelwald
- Legendás állatok: Grindelwald bűntettei
- Fantastyczne zwierzęta: Zbrodnie Grindelwalda
- 怪獸與葛林戴華德的罪行
- 신비한 동물들과 그린델왈드의 범죄
- Fantastiniai gyvūnai: Grindelvaldo nusikaltimai
- Animales fantásticos: Los crímenes de Grindelwald
- Monstros Fantásticos - Os Crimes de Grindelwald
- Fantastiska vidunder: Grindelwalds brott
- Fantastická zvířata: Grindelwaldovy zločiny
- חיות הפלא: הפשעים של גרינדלוולד
- Ihmeotukset: Grindelwaldin rikokset
- ファンタスティック・ビーストと黒い魔法使いの誕生
- Fantastické zvery: Grindelwaldove zločiny
- Фантастичне звери: Гринделвалдови злочини
- Bèsties fantàstiques: Els crims de Grindelwald
- الوحوش المذهلة: جرائم قريندلوالد
- Fabeldyr: Grindelwalds Forbrytelser, ჯადოსნური ცხოველები: გრინდელვალდის დანაშაული
- Fantastiskās būtnes: Grindelvalda noziegumi
- Animales Fantásticos 2: Los Crímenes de Grindelwald
- Hewan Fantastis: Kejahatan Grindelwald
- สัตว์มหัศจรรย์: อาชญากรรมของกรินเดลวัลด์
- Fabeldyr: Grindelwalds forbrytelser
- جانوران شگفتانگیز: جنایات گریندلوالد
- Čudesne zvijeri: Grindelwaldova zlodjela
- Fantastik Maxluqlar: Grindevaldning Jinoyatlari
- Magične živali: Grindelwaldova hudodelstva
- Fantastilised elukad: Grindelwaldi kuritööd
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Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald?
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
When was Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald released?
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald was released on November 16, 2018.
Who directed Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald?
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald was directed by David Yates.
More films by David Yates Who is in the cast of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald?
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald stars Johnny Depp as Grindelwald, Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander and Zoë Kravitz as Leta Lestrange, among 19 credited actors.
How much did Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald make at the box office?
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald grossed $655.8 million worldwide ($159.6 million domestic, $496.2 million international) on a budget of $200 million.
How is Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald rated?
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 36% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68% on TMDB and 2.6/5 on Letterboxd.
Was Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald nominated for any awards?
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald received 4 nominations across 3 ceremonies.
Does Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald have a post-credit scene?
No. Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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