Eddie Redmayne, star of Fantastic Beasts 3, confirmed the film has started shooting. The film is set to star Redmayne, who will rejoin co-stars Johnny Depp, Katherine Waterston, Jude Law, and Ezra Miller. David Yates is returning to direct after helming the first two entries. J.K. Rowling helped pen the script, a natural addition to the prequel series that is based on her hit Harry Potter franchise. The film has persevered amidst several controversies involving the cast and Rowling herself, proving the power of the Harry Potter name. The first was a massive hit, reviving the Harry Potter franchise in an exciting way, but the sequel faced critical and commercial disappointment. This likely prompted the initial production delays of the third film.