HBO production should begin to be recorded in the second half of 2025 and promises to expand the magical universe of Hogwarts Witches
While the HBO prepares to reformulate the saga Harry Potterthe production finally earned a confirmed name on Tuesday, 25. It is John Lithgowwhich will interpret Dumbledore in the series.
The news was given by the actor himself, responsible for bringing to life the role originally occupied by Richard Harris and then Michael Gambon in the adaptations for the cinema.
Well, it was a total surprise for me. I just got the call at the Sundance Film Festival for another movie, and it was not an easy decision because I fear it will define me for the last chapter of my life. But I’m very excited. Some wonderful people are turning their attention to Harry Potter. This is why it has been such a difficult decision. I will be about 87 years old at the closing party, but I said yes, “he told Screenrant.
“You got a lot of Books Back there … I’m Curious If You have Any Harry Potter Books Back There?”
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Lithgow It is one of the actors of Conclavefilm that competes for the 2025 edition of Oscar. He also acted in works like Shrek(2001), Planet of the Apes: The Origin (2011) and Interstellar(2014).
Other names in the cast
The recordings of the series of Harry Potter They are scheduled to start in the second half of 2025, while the debut is scheduled for the end of 2026 or early 2027, in the streaming service Max.
As production is still at the beginning, the main cast has not been fully defined – or at least announced. Beyond John Lithgow as Dumbledoreother names are just rumors. Rumors indicate PAAPA ESSIDU (I May Destroy You) as a strong candidate for the role of Snape and Cillian Murphy (OPPENHEIMER) As a possible future Voldemort.
What is most known about the Harry Potter series
One of the main differentials between the new series and the already established films is the format. Each of the seven books will be adapted in a full season, which will allow a more detailed approach to the characters and the magical universe.
According to Varietythe showrunner Francesca Gardiner and the director Mark Mylod They see the series as an opportunity to expand books and movies without compromising their legacy. They highlighted the desire not to “move” on the iconic appearance of the great hall and the intention of exploring arches of previously developed characters, including Hogwarts employees and workers.
JK Rowlingcreator of the universe Harry Potterwill be executive producer of the series, which has generated controversy due to the comments she has made publicly about gender issues in recent years. The author was widely criticized by statements on her social networks that many considered transphobic, including posts and essays that questioned trans community rights and discussions about gender identity.
These positions divided fans, generated boycott and even took part of the original cast, as Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grintto publicly position itself in defense of the LGBTQIA+community.
THE HBO chose to maintain Rowling in a prominent role in production. During a press conference in 2024, Casey Bloysthe head of the company, said the writer was “very involved in the process of choosing the screenwriter and the director” and that her comments did not affect the decision to work with her. “Our focus is to bring her vision to the series and expand this universe loved by so many,” declared Bloys.
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