Grandmum Elizabeth already got the biopic treatment thanks to Helen Mirren's Oscar-winning turn in "The Queen," so we guess it's only fitting filmmakers turn their gaze to the fiery spare heir. (Let's be honest, Harry's hijinks make for much better big screen fodder than older brother William's princely ways, right?)

According to Britain's Daily Mail, the film, appropriately titled "The Spare," will "chart [Harry's] life from being trapped in a tragic fairytale to becoming a royal warrior, more at home on the field of battle with his men than in a palace." The screenplay will be finished near the end of the year, with shooting beginning around this time next year.

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Just as everyone has an opinion, a favorite meal and a nose — albeit a fake one at times — so too does everyone have a birthday... even celebrities. Here at Birthday Bash, it's my mission to salute the fine actors, filmmakers and other Hollywood heroes that are celebrating their special day this week. After all, it's cheaper than mailing a cake!

This week, the party is on for a a Star Fleet captain, a budding wizard and a young New York socialite.

Chris Pine (August 26): Leaping from relative obscurity to instant stardom with this summer's "Star Trek," Chris Pine clearly has a bright future ahead of him. Taking over the mantle of Captain James T. Kirk from William Shatner is no easy feat, but thanks to the directorial assistance of J.J. Abrams and a strong supporting cast, Pine became a science fiction icon practically overnight. Read more...

It's the tabloids' worst nightmare: "Harry Potter" stars Emma Watson and Rupert Grint dreaded kissing each other more than all the fighting, running and death scenes combined in the series. Why couldn't they be more like Rob and Kristen? Those two have been causing a ruckus all over the place — the most recent crazy rumor, of course, is that Kristen is pregnant with Rob's baby (I call that "bump" a belly, though). Maybe it's because Emma and Rupert have known each other since age 11 and have grown closer as siblings rather than lovebirds.

But, the chemistry the two share on screen (especially in "Half-Blood Prince") should be enough to shock anyone ignorant of Emma and Rupert's previous claims at make-out awkwardness. MTV got a chance to chat with the "Harry Potter" actress about the gritty details of the big smooch and how she shocked Rupert with her over-eagerness — eagerness, that is, to get the kiss done and over with. Press play below to watch the full video of Emma talking about the smooch. But don't worry, "Harry Potter" fans. Regardless of their offscreen romance-less friendship, the most famous kiss in wizard history is sure to be the hottest once "Deathly Hallows" part 2 hits theaters in two years.

Paul Revere would have rolled over in his grave if he knew just how excited we Americans became last night at the sight of the British invading our shores. The NYC "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" premiere last night brought out stars running in all levels of celebrity. Everyone from Diane Sawyer to Lance Bass made sure they were there to catch some of the first glimpses of the long-awaited “Half-Blood Prince," and, of course, its gorgeous cast.

Click on the pic below to see snapshots from the red carpet and keep reading after the jump for more on the fashions at the “Half-Blood Prince” NYC premiere.

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FROM MOVIES BLOG: Okay okay okay… I know I hinted yesterday that we would be premiering an exclusive clip from from “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.” I wasn’t lying at the time either. I genuinely believed that the clip was coming. Unfortunately, the owl bearing the tape was lost in flight and the clip along with it. That’s what we Muggles get for putting our faith in the power of magic. Thank goodness for FedEx!

I’m pleased to report that the clip has now arrived and it is here for your viewing pleasure just below this Block ‘O Text. You’ve got Harry, Ron and Hermione hanging in a bar — apparently wizards enjoy a lower drinking age than we do — and chatting with their new Potions professor, Horace Slughorn. Watch and enjoy.

It is fitting that this week’s cover of Entertainment Weekly features the dynamic threesome who has been seen everywhere recently: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint.The issue contains interviews with the stars of “Harry Potter” about the gradual ending of the series, spending their last time in Hogwarts robes and their plans for the future.

With big text booming “Welcome back, Potter” (Note the Snape quote!), it seems EW is just as happy as the rest of us to welcome back the series after its extended hiatus. The taglines for the article on the cover say the article will cover feature exclusive news about “Half-Blood Prince” (which hits theaters next Wednesday!) what’s next, as well as why the film was delayed. Read more...

FROM MTV.COM:Harry Potter's two closest friends since the first installment in the series, "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone," also share one of the saga's most strained relationships. Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger may embody predestined puppy love more than any of their Hogwarts classmates, but the bombshell kiss that Ron shares with Lavender Brown in "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" threatens to drive a permanent wedge between them, even as the darkest threat the series has ever seen descends on their school.

Born into one of Hogwarts' largest families, with five older brothers having enrolled there, Ronald Bilius Weasley's father was committed to the fight against Lord Voldemort as a member of the Order of the Phoenix. Both Hermione and Harry initially encountered Ron during their first-year trip on the Hogwarts Express, and though he would grow closer to both of them over the course of the series, as his immature impulses that early on sparked catty spats with Hermione also came to characterize their relationship.

Continue reading more about Ron Weasley's girl troubles at MTV.com.

A fog was settled over London last night for the world premiere of "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince," weather very much akin to the Dementor-riddled London "Half Blood-Prince" takes place in. Half-soaked and cheerful, fans and the film’s stars turned out for the long-awaited premiere.

Unlike the London Photocall earlier yesterday, Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint showed up with clearly coordinated outfits to the premiere — the somber greys and blacks perfectly suiting the weather.

Click on the pic below to see snapshots from the event and keep reading for more on the "Half-Blood Prince" world premiere in London after the jump.

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In light of the news that "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" star Rupert Grint was recovering from a small case of swine flu (and that his co-star Emma Watson hates kissing him — though that had nothing to do with his sickness), the real-life Ron Weasley has opened up about his recent experience.

"It was quite scary when I first found out I had swine flu," Rupert said at a press conference yesterday, according to The Daily Telegraph."I thought: 'Am I going to die?' But it was just like any other flu really." Read more...

With "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" having been wrapped for almost a year, promotion of the film seems long overdue. Stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint and more made an appearance today at London’s Claridge’s Hotel which marks the beginning of a series of worldwide premieres and photo ops before the film’s July 15 opening — something Hollywood Crush is very excited to be following!

Maybe it was in rebellion to the film’s delayed release, or maybe because it wasn’t a red carpet affair (it was actually more of a brown, mosaic carpet), but those who attended the photocall dressed casual.

Click on the pic below to see snapshots from the event and keep reading for more on the "Half-Blood Prince" London Photocall after the jump.

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