Did Frank Die In Fantastic Beasts

Hey Potterheads! Ever found yourself staring at the credits of a movie, a nagging question buzzing in your brain? Today, let's tackle one that's been swirling around the Fantastic Beasts corner of the wizarding world: Did Frank, the Thunderbird, actually die?

Now, I know what you're thinking: "A bird? Why are we even talking about a bird?" But Frank isn't just any bird, my friends. He’s a majestic Thunderbird, powerful enough to carry an entire obliviation potion into the atmosphere! Think of him as, like, the wizarding world's equivalent of a giant, feathery FedEx, but delivering memory wipes instead of packages.

So, the big question: Is he still soaring through the magical skies, or did something...unfortunate happen to our winged friend?

The Context Clues From 'Crimes of Grindelwald'

Okay, rewind to Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. Remember that absolutely chaotic climax? Grindelwald is whipping up blue flames (which, by the way, look suspiciously similar to a certain Game of Thrones dragon's fire – just sayin'), and our heroes are struggling to contain the magical madness.

Then, Newt Scamander, ever the animal lover, calls upon Frank. The plan? To use Frank's immense size and strength to carry the Escaping Memory Potion high into the air. This would break the spell and essentially Obliviate everyone who had just witnessed Grindelwald's rally.

Frank does it, bless his giant, feathery heart! He takes to the sky, potion in tow. But here's the kicker: we don't see Frank after that moment. Dun, dun, duuuun!

Does that mean he perished in the effort? Vanished in the blast? Did Grindelwald somehow zap him with an especially nasty spell?

The Case For: Maybe Frank Flew the Coop...Permanently

Let's be real, things looked pretty dire. Grindelwald’s magic was intense, and being that close to the heart of it all couldn’t have been good for Frank. We have no confirmation of Frank's well-being post-obliviation. The fact that we don't see him later in the movie, or even get a mention, makes you wonder, right?

Think about it like this: sometimes, in movies (and in life), characters disappear without a definitive goodbye. Is it because the writers forgot about them? Or is it because their fate is too sad to show? Maybe the writers wanted to leave it ambiguous, letting our imaginations fill in the gaps. A bit like Schrödinger's Thunderbird, maybe?

The Case Against: Frank's a Tough Bird!

Now, hold on a hippogriff! Let’s not be so quick to write Frank's obituary. This is the wizarding world! Thunderbirds are powerful creatures. Remember, Frank wasn't just any bird; he was a Thunderbird! Their feathers can create storms, and they're generally considered to be pretty resilient.

Plus, Newt, our resident magizoologist, clearly cares deeply about Frank. Would he send him on a mission that he thought would be suicidal? I’d like to believe that Newt wouldn't risk Frank’s life unnecessarily.

Also, in a world of dragons and spells and magical creatures of all shapes and sizes, a big bird surviving a bit of magical fallout isn't that far-fetched, is it? He's basically the Superman of the avian world! He could've just shrugged it off and flown away to Thunderbird paradise.

So, What's the Verdict?

Honestly? It's still up in the air. (Pun intended, of course!). The movies leave Frank's fate deliberately ambiguous. Maybe the filmmakers will address it in a future installment, or maybe we're destined to forever ponder the mystery of the Thunderbird who delivered a massive memory wipe.

But here's what I do know: Whether Frank is soaring high above us or resting in Thunderbird heaven, he played a vital role in the fight against Grindelwald. He was a hero, a magnificent creature, and a true friend to Newt Scamander.

And sometimes, that's all that matters, right?

What do YOU think happened to Frank? Let me know in the comments!