Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (film) a former Death Eater. Frances de la Tour plays the role of Olympe Maxime, Headmistress of Beauxbatons. David Tennant portrays Barty Crouch Jr., a Death Eater who disguises himself as Mad-Eye Moody for most of the film. British film director Mike Newell was chosen to direct the film after "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" director Alfonso Cuarón announced that he would only be able to direct one "Potter" film. In a statement explaining the transition of directors, series producer David Heyman said: Principal photography for "Goblet of Fire" began on 4 May 2004, although scenes involving the film's
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (film) 2004 in Europe. Mattel released film tie-ins that included the "Harry Potter Championship Quidditch" board game and character action figures. Lego also expanded on its previous merchandising for the first two films with the release of sets ranging from the Knight Bus to the Shrieking Shack. "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" held its New York premiere at Radio City Music Hall on 23 May 2004, followed by its London premiere at Leicester Square on 30 May 2004. The film then opened in the United Kingdom on 31 May 2004 and on 4 June 2004 in the United States.