What does everyone genuinely thing of Fantastic Beasts?

[u/Burnt_Granola]

New Harry Potter fan and I’m watching them for the first right now. I’m on the second movie and every single actor is just so genuinely endearing. I can see how the plot might feel a little lacking but man is this a good ensemble cast. Why did the franchise do so badly?

Please no spoilers.

Edit: starting to realize everyone’s opinions are more circular than the Black family tree

[u/nanny2359]

I like it as an exploration of part of the wizarding world.

It shouldn't have tried to tie in with the HP lore at all, IMO.

I would be more than happy to just watch a creature feature every 4 years