Manufacturing on HBO’s extremely anticipated Harry Potter sequence is anticipated to start later this summer season, and creator J.Okay. Rowling has shared her pleasure concerning the mission’s progress.
Posting on X (previously Twitter), Rowling revealed that she’s already learn the scripts for the primary two episodes and described them as “so, so, so good,” expressing sturdy approval for the route the sequence is taking.
When followers inquired whether or not she can be writing any episodes herself, Rowling confirmed she wouldn’t be scripting them instantly, however emphasised that she’s been working carefully with the present’s writing crew to make sure the variation stays true to the spirit of the books.
I learn the primary two episodes of the forthcoming HBO Harry Potter sequence and they’re SO, SO, SO GOOD!
— J.Okay. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 21, 2025
No, however I’ve labored carefully with the extraordinarily proficient writers.
— J.Okay. Rowling (@jk_rowling) June 21, 2025
Francesca Gardiner (His Darkish Supplies), the showrunner of the upcoming reboot, wrote the pilot. It is unclear who wrote the second episode.
The new live-action Harry Potter TV sequence is anticipated to debut in 2026.
Newcomers Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, and Arabella Stanton will step into the legendary roles of Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger, respectively.
They will be joined by a powerful supporting solid: John Lithgow will painting Albus Dumbledore, Paapa Essiedu takes on the position of Severus Snape, Janet McTeer will play Professor McGonagall, Nick Frost joins as Hagrid, Luke Thallon as Quirrell, and Paul Whitehouse as Filch.
Succession alum Mark Mylod is confirmed to direct a number of episodes of the debut season.
Although a launch date has not but been confirmed, HBO is assuring followers that this adaptation will stay deeply loyal to J.Okay. Rowling’s unique e-book sequence. Casey Bloys, Chairman and CEO of HBO & Max Content material, emphasised that the present will embrace the complete depth and richness of the supply materials.
“With a loyal inventive crew, we’ll lastly be capable to discover the depth and element of those beloved tales via the long-form storytelling that tv makes attainable,” Bloys shared in a press assertion.
As pleasure builds for HBO’s Harry Potter reboot, a number of veteran solid members from the unique movies are sharing their ideas, and even their hopes, for the way forward for the franchise.
Gary Oldman, who portrayed Sirius Black, not too long ago revealed he would have beloved to have been given a shot at the role of Dumbledore within the new adaptation, admitting he feels he’s now the appropriate age for the long-lasting position. In the meantime, Ralph Fiennes, greatest often known as Lord Voldemort, supplied “considerate” recommendation to the brand new solid getting into the Wizarding World.
Elsewhere within the Potterverse, Tom Felton is returning to his roots, this time on stage. The actor is ready to reprise the role of Draco Malfoy within the Broadway manufacturing of Harry Potter and the Cursed Youngster, giving followers a uncommon probability to see the character delivered to life in a reside theatrical setting.