JK Rowling's Harry Potter spinoff 'Fantastic Beasts' set for 2016 release

Warner Bros. have fixed the 'Harry Potter' spinoff 'Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them' for 2016 release, it has been revealed.

According to Deadline.com, the story is based on the Hogwarts textbook of the same name mentioned on a reading list in 'Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone,' and will feature magical characters, including the fictitious book's author, Newt Scamander.

'Harry Potter' author J.K. Rowling will be making her screenwriting debut with the film, which is the first in a planned series of films.