KANSAS CITY, Mo. (May 29, 2024) – Hallmark shares another way to bring ornament magic to your home with Escape From Gringotts™️ Harry Potter™️ Keepsake Ornament Set. This Kickstarter-exclusive two-piece set allows Harry Potter fans to vividly recreate the epic scene from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2. Each piece can hang individually or connect together.
This spectacular set was brought to life by Hallmark Keepsake Artists Jake Angell and Tim Bodendistel, working alongside Art Director Kurt Gaulke and a talented group of engineers, editors and sound & light designers, in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products. The limited-edition ornament set features captivating, synchronized lights and over a minute of screen-authentic dialogue and sound effects from the movie.
“Our goal was to capture every intricate detail of this iconic scene in this two-piece set, from the Ukrainian Ironbelly’s metallic scales, deep red eyes, and impressive 10-inch wingspan,” said Kurt Gaulke, senior art director at Hallmark. “We wanted to give fans a new way to experience the magic of Gringotts Wizarding Bank.”
Loyal fans may already be familiar with and proud owners of Harry Potter Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments. Escape from Gringotts is a one-of-a-kind treasure that will only be available once exclusively through Kickstarter. This is an essential addition to any collector’s cache. Be a part of the magic at crowdworks.hallmark.com.
Escape from Gringotts Keepsake Ornament Set Highlights
- Two-piece Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Set with the dome of Gringotts Wizarding Bank, and the Ukrainian Ironbelly dragon with Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley riding its back
- Captivating synchronized light show
- Real dialogue and sound effects from the movie
- Incredible attention to every detail
- A Kickstarter exclusive
About Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments
For over 50 years, Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments have been leading innovations in the world of ornaments with a commitment to making memories. Hallmark has introduced more than 10,000 different Keepsakes Ornaments and more than 100 ornament series, annual releases of ornaments that share a specific theme. Keepsake Ornaments are made in a wide array of wood, glass, metal, porcelain and handcrafted formats some including light, sound and motion. The superior craftsmanship and high quality ensure Keepsake Ornaments will become family heirlooms and cherished collectibles. For more information, visit Hallmark.com. Connect on Instagram and Facebook.
About The Harry Potter Franchise:
From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history.
J.K. Rowling’s best-selling Harry Potter novels have been brought to life in an ever-evolving, interconnected universe which is loved by millions of fans worldwide. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films and three epic Fantastic Beasts films bring the spellbinding action to life on screen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child mesmerises on stage, and state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games allow players to experience the wizarding world like never before. Fans can proudly showcase their passion through innovative consumer products, and thrill at spectacular location-based experiences – including five theme park lands at Universal Studios locations around the world.
This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. Discovery-owned Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts offerings includes ground-breaking touring experiences and events, each developed to celebrate special moments and locations that fans cherish, as well as the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops and iconic flagship store – Harry Potter New York. Wizards, Witches and Muggles alike can also discover something new as they explore behind-the-scenes secrets at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter.
With a new Max Original TV series based on the Harry Potter books on the way, this extended world continues to provide the community with fresh and exciting ways to interact. For its global fans, and for generations to come, it invites everyone in to find the magic for themselves.
For the latest Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts news and features, visit www.wizardingworld.com.
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About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products:
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Revenue & Strategy division, extends the company’s powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBDGCP partners with best-in-class licensees globally on award-winning toy, fashion, home décor and publishing programs inspired by the biggest franchises from Warner Bros.’ film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, DC, Cartoon Network, HGTV, Eurosport, Adult Swim, and more. With innovative global licensing and merchandising programs, retail initiatives, and promotional partnerships, WBDGCP is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.
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