HBO bosses CONFIRM Harry Potter TV adaptation is happening
Looks like we're heading back to Hogwarts!
Last updated 13th Apr 2023
Harry Potter fans across the world were pretty divided by last week's news that HBO were reportedly making a TV adaptation of the beloved series, but now it's confirmed to be happening! The TV giants, who are responsible for the likes of Game of Thrones and The Last Of Us, have secured a deal to create the "first ever scripted television series" based on the franchise.
In a tweet, HBO shared a 30-second teaser alongside the caption: 'Your Hogwarts letter is here. Max has ordered the first ever #HarryPotter scripted television series, a faithful adaptation of the iconic books. #StreamOnMax.'
According to Bloomberg's previous report, the series will be made up of seven seasons to cover each of the seven books, which will apparently allow the makers to "delve further" into more detail than the eight films starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint as Harry Potter, Hermione Grainger and Ron Weasley.
This might come as welcome news to fans, who have often felt that certain storylines and characters were omitted from the original film series due to time limits.
Author J. K. Rowling will "be involved" in the series to ensure it "remains loyal to her original material", but it's thought she will not be a hands-on member of the team.
This isn't the first time that HBO have teamed up with the world of Harry Potter, after being responsible for the 20th anniversary Harry Potter reunion, Return to Hogwarts, released in January 2022 that saw most of the main cast return to share their memories at The Making of Harry Potter tour in Watford.
Scroll through to see the Harry Potter child actors then and now:
Scroll through to see what the child cast of Harry Potter look like now...
Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Daniel Radcliffe
The last Harry Potter film was released in 2011. Here's what the main cast of children look like all grown up!
Daniel Radcliffe
Daniel Radcliffe had already starred in David Copperfield when he was cast as the most famous boy in the UK, Harry Potter.
Daniel Radcliffe
Since Harry Potter ended, Daniel has starred in a number of stage productions and films.
Rupert Grint
Rupert had only starred in school plays when he was cast as Harry Potter's best friend Ron Weasley.
Rupert Grint
Rupert has starred in a number of films including, Moonwalkers, he also appeared on screen in the A.B.C. Murders. He's now also a proud dad, welcoming his first daughter in 2020.
Tom Felton
Tom was cast as Harry's school nemesis Draco Malfoy. He had already starred in a number of commercials and the film 'The Borrowers'.
Tom Felton
Most recently Tom starred as CSI Julian Albert / Doctor Alchemy on the third series of The Flash.
Emma Watson
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in 2001 was Emma's debut screen performance.
Emma Watson
Emma has starred in a number of films and took on the role of Belle in the live action version of Disney's Beauty and the Beast.
Matthew Lewis
Matthew Lewis starred as Neville Longbottom, who ended up being one of heroes of the story.
Matthew Lewis
The term 'Longbottoming' was coined to describe people who became extremely attractive when they grew up after Matthew Lewis turned into a hunk!
Of course, there have been plenty of spin-offs from the Harry Potter world, with the original films being a global sensation when they were first released through the 2000s. Fans have now seen Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them have a film trilogy, as well as the stage show Harry Potter and The Cursed Child.
We'll keep you updated with any developments!
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