Following the film's release, Harry Potter grew into a global phenomenon, generating billions in box office revenue and turning its young actors into household names. In recent years, however, the franchise has faced public backlash following Rowling's anti-transgender comments and support for others with anti-transgender views beginning in 2020.

Megyn Kelly didn’t mince her words when she discussed the controversy between Harry Potterauthor J.K. Rowling and actress Emma Watson, whom the critically acclaimed writer helped launch to stardom with the success of the seven-novel series.

"I lived in poverty while writing the book that made Emma famous," said the 'Harry Potter' author in the wake of another social media clash over her transphobia.