A 2016 fantasy film and spin-off of the Harry Potter series, based on J. K. Rowling's book of the same name. It follows Newt Scamander, a wizard who travels to New York with a suitcase of magical creatures, and his adventures with a No-Maj baker and two witches. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them streaming: where to watch online? Currently you are able to watch "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them " streaming on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel. While visiting New York in 1926, the courageous and eccentric wizard Newt Scamander uncovers a sinister plot that threatens the wizarding community. Watch trailers & learn more. Learn about the first film in the Fantastic Beasts series, set in 1926 New York, where a magizoologist and his friends face dark wizard threats. Explore the Wizarding World with quizzes, features and news on the official Harry Potter website.