Harry Potter Characters API

API

Free JSON API for Harry Potter character data with imagery

Overview

The Harry Potter Characters API offers access to detailed data on characters from the Harry Potter universe, including high-quality imagery. Key endpoints include GET /characters (all characters), GET /characters/house/:house (filter by Hogwarts house), and GET /characters/id/:id (single character details). Responses are in JSON format, containing fields like name, house, image URL, actor name, species, and more. Ideal use cases include building fan apps, educational content, quiz platforms, or integrating character data and imagery into video projects, fan sites, or social media tools.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://hp-api.herokuapp.com/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON response format
No authentication required
Character imagery included
Filter by house or ID

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the Harry Potter Characters API free to use?

Yes, it is completely free for all users with no hidden costs or paid tiers.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, authentication is not needed—you can make requests directly without an API key.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, including structured data like character names, houses, image URLs, and actor details.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Video

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy to integrate (no API key needed)
⊕ Comprehensive character data with imagery
⊕ Free unlimited access

Cons

⊖ No official SLA (potential downtime)
⊖ Limited filtering options (only house/ID)
⊖ Hosted on Heroku (occasional outages possible)