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**Production Begins on HBO’s “Harry Potter” Series, Set to Bewitch Audiences in 2027**

**Leavesden, UK** – The magic is returning to the screen! Warner Bros. and HBO Max have officially commenced production on the highly anticipated “Harry Potter” television series, slated to premiere in 2027 and unfold over the next decade. This new adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved book series promises a deeper exploration of the wizarding world, offering fans a fresh perspective on the stories they know and love.

“First-years, step forward,” HBO Max playfully announced on Instagram, signaling the start of this exciting new chapter. The series is being filmed at Warner Bros. Studios in Leavesden, UK, a sprawling 350,000-square-foot studio that also housed recent blockbusters like “Barbie” and “Wonka.”

The extended format of a television series will allow for a more thorough adaptation of each book, according to Casey Bloys, HBO & Max Content chairman and CEO. While the exact premiere date remains under wraps, anticipation is already building among “Potterheads” worldwide.

Leading the cast is 11-year-old McLaughlin, who will don the iconic round spectacles and lightning bolt scar as the new Harry Potter. McLaughlin previously appeared in the 2025 British comedy “Grow.”

J.K. Rowling herself is involved as an executive producer and has expressed her enthusiasm for the project. “I read the first two episodes of the forthcoming HBO ‘Harry Potter’ series and they are so, so, so good!” she wrote on X.

However, the series’ announcement has also been met with mixed reactions. While many fans are excited about the new adaptation, especially McLaughlin’s casting as Harry Potter, some remain critical of Rowling’s views on transgender issues. Others question the need for another adaptation, given the success of the original film series.

Despite the differing opinions, the “Harry Potter” television series is poised to become a major event in the entertainment world, promising a new generation of fans and a fresh take on a timeless story. The series will be available to stream on HBO Max upon its release.

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