Harry Potter TV series from HBO Max will show in more detail how miserable Harry’s life was before Hogwarts. The new filming location provided a key clue

New information emerging from the Harry Potter TV series set on HBO Max continues to unfold, suggesting that the production aims to delve deeper into the books’ content than the films did. Recently leaked set photos hint at the possible inclusion of Piers Polkiss, Dudley Dursley’s friend, in the upcoming HBO Max series.

Additionally, further behind-the-scenes discoveries made by fans hint at more than just what we’ve seen before. There are also indications that a Hogwarts teacher who was not present in the films will appear, and there may be additional insights into Harry’s past. This is further supported by recent reports from Wizarding World Direct, stating that the crew for the upcoming Harry Potter television series plans to film at John F Kennedy Catholic School in Hemel Hempstead for a span of three days.

It’s thought that the scenes showing Harry attending St. Gregory’s Primary School, a Muggle school, will be shot on location there. As described in J.K. Rowling’s books, these scenes depict the challenging life of a young, unaware wizard who endured a difficult existence among non-magical people. At that time, Harry lacked friends and was often bullied by Dudley and his group. Furthermore, some magical occurrences transpired within the school, where Harry inadvertently demonstrated his powers. These events are expected to be portrayed in the upcoming TV series.

Demonstrating Harry’s experiences during this phase of his life will help viewers grasp the profound significance Hogwarts held for the young wizard, who found no sanctuary amidst Muggles. Everywhere he ventured, he felt like a vulnerable outcast forced to defend himself, and it was only Hogwarts that offered him a sense of safety. Showing his life at St. Gregory’s Primary School will further underscore this reality.

Harry Potter TV series will air on HBO and HBO Max in 2027.

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2025-07-24 14:31