'Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them 2' news, rumors, and release date: Jared Harris talks about Young Dumbledore

After the well-received premiere of "Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them," there is a lot of anticipation for what the upcoming sequels will bring.

Fans got to meet Newt Scamander, played by Eddie Redmayne, who traveled to America to free one of his creatures. Viewers were introduced to a different side of the wizarding world, presenting more mature themes.

Since the film introduced another vital character of the franchise, Grindelwald (played by Johnny Depp), many are expecting more chaos ahead. In addition, avid fans of "Harry Potter" know that his presence could bring more familiar character to the mix. It is believed that Dumbledore will make an appearance in the upcoming sequel. His character is known to be in connection with Grindelwald. With that, fans are looking forward to how the story will show their

It is believed that Dumbledore will also make an appearance in the upcoming sequel. His character is known to be in connection with Grindelwald. With that, fans are looking forward to how the story will show their relationship, since it was known that they were former friends.

Since "Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them" took place years before the setting of the "Harry Potter" series, the familiar characters are said to be younger versions of the ones seen in the past films.

Because of this, many are wondering who will be taking the role of young Dumbledore. Recent reports are pointing to Jared Harris as the actor who will play the younger version of the iconic character. However, there has yet to be any confirmation on the matter.

"They're obviously thinking about it. I haven't heard anything and I don't expect to. It's not up to me... Having seen [fan campaigns] before I find that [film bosses] don't like to have their hands forced. These campaigns almost always go in a different direction," said Harris, addressing the rumors.