The ‘Harry Potter’ television series has gone into production, with more casting news and photos set to be released over the coming weeks.
The Hogwarts Express has left the station, and we’re all aboard for a return to that magical school of witchcraft and wizardry.Harry Potter Reboot Coming to HBO
Production has officially begun on HBO’s highly anticipated Harry Potter television series, marking a major milestone in the reimagining of J.K. Rowling’s iconic wizarding world. With many of the key cast now revealed—including newcomers stepping into the legendary roles of Harry, Ron, and Hermione—filming is underway on what’s expected to be a decade-long retelling of the beloved books, backed by Warner Bros. and helmed by showrunner Francesca Gardiner.
Adding to the excitement, fans got their first glimpses this week of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry, and Nick Frost as Hagrid, the beloved half-giant groundskeeper, in newly released production stills that are sparking buzz online.Series Release Date: What We Know
HBO’s commitment to a ten-year run ensures that each book will receive its own season, with expanded storytelling and character development not seen in the original films. Warner Bros. Discovery is leaning heavily on the franchise to bolster HBO Max, betting that a new generation of viewers—and lifelong fans—will be eager to return to Hogwarts.
The series is expected to premiere in 2027, according to Warner Bros. Whether it lives up to its towering expectations remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the sorting hat has spoken.Who Is in the Cast?
While HBO and Warner Bros. are keeping many plot and production details under wraps, the unveiling of the cast has reignited fan fervor around the globe. Here’s a closer look at the actors taking on some of the most iconic roles in fantasy fiction.
The HBO Original Harry Potter television series has cast screen newcomers Dominic McLaughlin in the role of Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. Warner Bros.The Trio Reimagined
At the heart of the series is a trio of first-time screen actors chosen to portray Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley—arguably the most important casting decision for the reboot.Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter
A newcomer to the screen, McLaughlin stars in the upcoming indie film Grow alongside new Hagrid actor Nick Frost.Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger
Already a veteran of the West End, Stanton captivated audiences as Matilda in the eponymous award-winning stage production.Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley
Stout appeared in a handful of commercials, but Harry Potter marks his official breakout.A Star-Studded Hogwarts Faculty
HBO’s take on the wizarding school includes an acclaimed lineup of stage and screen veterans—some reinterpreting familiar characters, others embodying them in entirely new ways.John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
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