'Harry Potter' spin-off gets its female lead

J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter spinoff film, 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ has officially cast 'Inherent Vice' actress, Katherine Waterson as its leading lady.

Waterston will play a witch that uses her magic in America, called Porpentina or Tina. She stars alongsideundefined

To be written by 'Potter' author J.K. Rowling , long time director David Yates will return to helm movie.

'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' has been scheduled for a worldwide release on November 18, 2016.