With so many popular stories being revisited, Warner Bros. is giving a fresh take to one of its biggest franchises with a new TV series. A year before the show is set to premiere, the Harry Potter series has received a clear sign of support and confidence.
According to J.B. Perrette, the CEO and President of Global Streaming and Games at Warner Bros. Discovery, the new release is expected to be the largest streaming event ever for HBO Max, and potentially for the entire streaming industry.
The next version of the series will be a much more detailed take on J.K. Rowling’s seven books, and the creators are planning for it to run for seven seasons over ten years.
Julie Perrette explained that producer David Heyman often describes how incredibly detailed and elaborate the production of Harry Potter was. She said it brought a whole new level of complexity to filmmaking.
As a film fan, I’ve always felt that a series allows you to really explore a story in a way a two-hour movie just can’t. You can delve into details and character arcs you simply don’t have time for otherwise. Casey Bloys, the head of HBO, probably won’t be thrilled I’m saying this, but honestly, I believe this show is going to be the streaming event of the decade.
Bloys had also shared his confidence in the show, and recently confirmed it would be .
The team is thrilled to finally launch this in a key market like the UK, after a long wait,” said Perrett. He added that Harry Potter is “the largest streaming event ever for HBO Max, and potentially in the history of streaming overall. It currently holds the top three spots in many viewing charts.”
The Harry Potter Series Was Hyped Up by Its Upcoming Stars
Lox Pratt, taking on the role previously played by Tom Felton in the movies, recently shared that the upcoming adaptation will be distinct and will offer significantly more content than the original books.
He noted that the books heavily influence the story, much like in the film adaptation. He also mentioned that the series delves deeper into the lives of various characters, showing us what the teachers are like behind the scenes and offering a glimpse into Draco Malfoy’s home life – with some particularly strong scenes that reveal more about his character.
The actor is the only original cast member returning for the project. He’s once again playing Professor Flitwick and noted that while they’re telling the same story with some familiar scenes, being back on the set at Leavesden Studios – where the original films were made – feels strange and surreal.
The new series has faced some criticism because of J.K. Rowling’s views on transgender issues. However, one of the show’s creators recently explained that Rowling isn’t directly involved in the production and praised the team working on it, saying they are doing remarkable work.
It’s great to see both Bloys and Perrette talking positively about the new series, which reassures fans. While we don’t know much about the story yet, some early set photos caused concern. However, casting choices like Charlie Weasley and Nicolas Flamel show HBO is dedicated to staying true to the books and building a rich, expansive world.
Harry Potter will debut on HBO and HBO Max in early 2027.
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2026-02-09 17:37