Eccentric neighbor of the Dursleys who owns many cats, mentioned as Harry's occasional babysitter.

Editor of the Daily Prophet who oversees coverage of Sirius Black's escape.

Harry's spoiled cousin who bullies him regularly. Large, stupid boy who is pampered by his parents.

One of the other dangerous prisoners mentioned as being held in Azkaban with Black.

Thirteen-year-old wizard spending another miserable summer at the Dursleys. Learning about escaped...

Harry's loyal snowy owl who delivers his mail and provides companionship.

Magical letter that screams its message aloud, mentioned as punishment mail.

Ministry employee whose job is to modify Muggle memories of magical incidents.

Nosy neighbor of the Dursleys who gossips about the family's business.

Harry's aunt and Lily's sister. Thin, horse-faced woman who resents Harry and tries to suppress his...

Daily Prophet reporter mentioned in connection with sensational stories about Sirius Black's escape.

Dangerous wizard who escaped from Azkaban prison. First wizard ever to break out of the supposedly...

Harry's uncle and guardian. Large, beefy man who works at a drill company and despises anything...

Radio broadcaster on the Wizarding Wireless Network who announces news and programs.

Radio journalist reporting on Sirius Black's escape and the Ministry's response.