The movie is the second installment in the Fantastic Beasts film series and is directed by David Yates. It takes place in 1927, several months after the events of the first film. The story follows Newt Scamander as he is recruited by Albus Dumbledore to track down Gellert Grindelwald, who has escaped from MACUSA custody and is gathering followers.
The film features a star-studded cast, including Eddie Redmayne as Newt Scamander, Jude Law as Albus Dumbledore, Johnny Depp as Gellert Grindelwald, and Katherine Waterston as Tina Goldstein. The movie also introduces new characters, such as Leta Lestrange (Zoe Kravitz) and Nagini (Claudia Kim).
As Newt enlists the help of his old friends Tina, Queenie (Alison Sudol), and Jacob (Dan Fogler), they find themselves in an increasingly dangerous and unstable wizarding world. The plot explores themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal as the characters face difficult decisions and personal challenges.
The stunning visuals and magical creatures that were a highlight of the first film are also present in The Crimes of Grindelwald. The sequel expands the wizarding world and delves deeper into the backstory of beloved characters such as Dumbledore and Grindelwald.
Despite facing some criticism for its convoluted plot and controversial casting choices, the movie was a commercial success, grossing over $650 million worldwide.