Ready to go back to Hogwarts? Wondering whether Harry Potter is back? Yes, you will soon get to return to Hogwarts and experience a magical adventure. But how? With the Harry Potter TV series. The TV series will cover the story from the original book series but with a new star cast. The first press news was released in April 2023, and since then, the fans have been excited to get it back on the screens.
If you are also a Harry Potter fan, I am sure you will not want to miss any of the information related to it. This is a detailed guide for you to get all the necessary information related to the upcoming Harry Potter TV series.
Harry Potter TV Series: Release Date
The announcement of the Harry Potter TV series has made all the fans excited, and everyone is eagerly waiting for the release date. Although the release dates are not yet confirmed, a report by Deadline suggests that the Harry Potter TV Series may be released in 2026 or 2027.
Harry Potter TV Series: Where to Watch?
It was originally declared that the series would be released as a Max Original. However, as per a Deadline Report, it is expected to be an HBO original. The report also added that it is Warner Bros’ strategy for all the big-budget series. Such series will no longer be Max Originals but HBO Originals. However, these series will be available for streaming on Max after some time.
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Harry Potter TV Series: Star Cast
Sadly, the old star cast may not be a part of the upcoming Harry Potter series. Although there is no final star cast for the role, some names are coming out. As confirmed by Screen Rant, John Lithgow is set to play Albus Dumbledore. Another name that is being rumored about is Mark Rylance. As per Variety, Mark, who played Thomas Cromwell in Wolf Hall: The Mirror and The Light, is also rumored to be a part of the series.
In December 2024, The Hollywood Reporter claimed that Paapa Essiedu, who was in the I May Destroy You and The Lazarus Project album, is all set to play Professor Severus Snape.
Despite having a rumored star cast, the team is also searching for a new star cast.
One of the Instagram posts also shared that the casting search for kids would start in April 2025. The casting team is looking for three kids under the age of 9-11 for the roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley.
Harry Potter TV Series: What to Expect?
The upcoming Harry Potter series will be based on the seven books published between 1997 and 2007. The official announcement by Max states that the stories of Rowling’s Harry Potter books will be the same and become a decade-long series. It will be produced with the same amount of craft, love, and care.
Casey Bloys, Chairman and CEO of HBO & Max, stated in an interview: “This new Max Original series will dive deep into each of the iconic books that fans have continued to enjoy for all of these years.”
Warner Bros. Discovery, in their official press, stated: “The series will feature a new cast to lead a new generation of fandom, full of the fantastic detail, much loved characters, and dramatic locations that Harry Potter fans have loved for over twenty-five years.”
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Will J.K. Rowling be Part of the Harry Potter TV series?
Yes, Max has confirmed that J.K. Rowling will be an executive producer on the series. Although she has been heavily criticized for her comments against transgender people, Casey still believes that she is the main pillar of Harry Potter. She added, “Our priority is what’s on the screen,” while talking about J.K. Rowling’s involvement in the show.
Conclusion
The Harry Potter TV Series is one of the most anticipated series of all time. Although the release dates are not yet confirmed, if reports are to be believed, the series may arrive in 2026 or 2027. The series will be HBO original and will be released on Max for streaming. Additionally, the star cast is not confirmed, but John Lithgow has officially confirmed his role. Other than that, Mark Rylance and Paapa Essiedu are also rumored to be cast for the series. However, the casting search for kids will start in April 2025 for the roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley.
FAQs
Has the Harry Potter TV Series Been Cast?
No, not yet. It is still under process.
When will the Harry Potter TV Series be released?
At present there is no official Harry Potter TV Series Release Date. However, you may see it in theaters in 2026 or 2027.
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