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Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story
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Magic Beyond Words: The J.K. Rowling Story

2011-07-18 · 87 min · ★ 6.8

Drama

A look at J.K. Rowling from her humble beginnings as an imaginative young girl and awkward teenager, to the loss of her mother and the genesis of the Harry Potter book series.

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Directors
Paul A. Kaufman
Production companies
Media Max Productions, Lifetime
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Poppy MontgomeryPoppy MontgomeryJoanne Rowling
Emily HolmesDiane Rowling
Antonio CupoAntonio CupoJorge Arantes
Janet KidderJanet KidderAnne Rowling
Madison DesjarlaisMadison DesjarlaisSeventeen-Year-Old Joanne
Andy MatonChristopher Little
Aislyn WatsonAislyn WatsonEight-Year-Old Joanne
Marie WestAine
Lisa NortonLisa NortonJill
Sarah DesjardinsSarah DesjardinsThirteen-Year-Old Diane
Patti AllanPatti AllanMrs. Morgan
Wesley MacInnesWesley MacInnesSean Harris
Paul McGillionPaul McGillionPete Rowling
Glynis DaviesGlynis DaviesCase Worker
Kirsten SlenningKirsten SlenningYoung Mother
Lauren K. RobekLauren K. RobekManager
Loretta WalshLoretta WalshDark-Haired Mother
Eliza FariaEliza FariaSix-Year-Old Diane
Beatrice KingBeatrice KingReceptionist
Evan BirdEvan BirdIan Potter

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