In the year 2001, the first Harry Potter movie premiered, and with it, not only readers of the book series were engulfed by the whirlwind that was J.K. Rowling’s magical universe, but a whole new group of people were also drawn into the exciting tales of Hogwarts.
HBO is reviving the series anew, offering a fresh interpretation through a remake TV show featuring a new cast, cherished plotlines, and expanded opportunities for narrative depth and character development. Here’s everything you should know about the upcoming production.
HBO’s Harry Potter Show Is Officially In Production
14 years since the conclusion of the films, The Boy Who Was Once Living Breathing Magic returns for another adventure. In July 2025, HBO returned to the magical realm and shared their upcoming plans. Filming is expected to continue until spring 2026, with the first season being just the beginning. Initially, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone will be featured, followed by a short pause before delving into season 2, which will focus on The Chamber of Secrets. Each season is intended to cover a book, allowing the stories to develop at a more leisurely pace compared to the movies.
The final outcomes may not appear until 2027 as per HBO’s confirmation, and it looks like we could potentially witness it in the early part of that year, probably during the spring season.
The New Harry Potter Cast
A large group of people involved in selecting actors claimed that they reviewed applications from over 32,000 children before discovering the talented trio consisting of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger. These newcomers are replacing Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson in their iconic roles.
Filming the entire series is predicted to consume quite a bit of time, specifically around eight to ten years. To ensure that the young cast members don’t miss out on their schooling, it is reported that HBO constructed a temporary but genuine educational institution – unlike Hogwarts – so that the child actors can balance their acting duties with their education, as they work to rejuvenate one of the most cherished franchises in history.
In the revamped Hogwarts, it’s not only Harry, Hermione, and Ron wandering around. Here’s a rundown of the confirmed characters:
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You won’t just find Harry, Hermione, and Ron exploring the updated Hogwarts castle. Let me give you a quick look at who else is there:
This way, I’ve made it clear that there are other characters besides Harry, Hermione, and Ron in the new version of Hogwarts, while still keeping the information natural and easy to read.
- John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
- Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape
- Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall
- Nick Frost as Hagrid
- Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley
- Bel Powley as Petunia Dursley
- Daniel Rigby as Vernon Dursley
- Johnny Flynn as Lucios Malfoy
- Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy
- Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch
- Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell
- Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley
- Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan
- Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom
Although certain casting decisions have ignited debates, particularly regarding Paapa Essiedu and Arabella Stanton being cast as Snape and Hermione respectively, many people continue to express affection for the Harry Potter series despite any related controversies involving author J.K. Rowling.
The love never stops
— Daily Harry Potter (@TheDailyHPotter) July 15, 2025
Some devoted fans are excitedly looking forward to the reboot, but others have chosen to part ways with all things Harry Potter due to J.K. Rowling’s contentious views. When Hogwarts Legacy was released, there were calls for a boycott of anything that might profit Rowling, as many chose to abstain from Hogwarts lessons instead, sticking to their principles. The series is facing similar criticism, with whispers online suggesting that the reboot’s real intention is to regain control over the franchise and disconnect it from the iconic trio of Radcliffe, Grint, and Watson, who have been vocal critics of Rowling’s transphobia. It’s rumored that Rowling wants the franchise back, wanting it to no longer be linked with the trio whose public stances on trans rights are in stark contrast to hers.
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2025-07-18 00:10