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Harry Potter child stars ‘on track to become millionaires’ with ‘whopping’ salaries

Newcomers will make debut in new HBO series later this year

The Independent UK

Andrew Garfield Slams ‘Inhumane’ JK Rowling After HBO Drops Harry Potter TV Trailer

“We shouldn’t be putting money in the pocket of inhumane legislation right now through she that shall remain nameless.”

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Harry Potter HBO Series Cast vs Original Movie Cast: Full comparison

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Harry Potter TV show trailer becomes most-watched in HBO history

The eight episode series will be released in December

The Independent UK

John Lithgow says he’s ‘surprised’ and ‘disappointed’ by JK Rowling’s response to criticism over gender views

The ‘3rd Rock From The Sun’ actor said he believes the author has ‘doubled down’ on her views ‘at her own cost’

The Independent UK

Andrew Garfield says people 'shouldn't put money' into JK Rowling's pockets

Andrew Garfield has revealed his complicated views on the Harry Potter franchise, praising the work that went into the movies but criticising JK Rowling, who he referred to as "she that will remain nameless".

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Why the new Harry Potter series is so controversial: from death threats to JK Rowling backlash

HBO show set to air at Christmas has faced various controversies since being announced in 2021

The Independent UK

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New HBO Harry Potter series trailer released: Here’s everything you need to know

The first look at HBO’s big-budget TV reimagining of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas – not in 2027 as previously expected.

Euronews

What Has The Cast Of The Harry Potter TV Reboot Said About JK Rowling’s Transphobia?

John Lithgow and Nick Frost are among the castmates who’ve responded to Rowling’s views.

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John Lithgow Decides Money Is Worth More Than His Morals

The actor is defending his controversial 'Harry Potter' casting.

The Mary Sue

First trailer for Harry Potter TV series reveals much-anticipated new take

First real look at HBO’s big-budget small screen take on JK Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas

The Guardian - US

This Denzel Washington crime thriller features a twisted villain — and you can stream it for free

I'm watching one of Denzel Washington's 52 movies every week this year, and this week, I'm reviewing "Ricochet," a 1991 crime thriller with a twisted villain that you can stream for free right now.

Tom’s Guide

Harry Potter TV star almost quit role over JK Rowling row

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The Independent UK

John Lithgow ‘considered quitting’ Harry Potter series after ‘upsetting’ backlash

Dumbledore actor has distanced himself from author JK Rowling

The Independent UK

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New Dumbledore actor says he almost quit HBO's Harry Potter show over J.K. Rowling's controversial opinions

The series is set to release in 2027

Cinemablend

John Lithgow Accepts People Are Now Going To Bring Up J.K. Rowling Controversy In ‘Every Interview’ Forever

Lithgow discussed his Harry Potter casting again.

The Independent UK

Paul Bettany addresses rumor he’s been tapped to play Voldemort in new Harry Potter reboot

Irish actor Cillian Murphy previously denied his involvement in the upcoming HBO series

The Independent UK

Olivia Colman criticised by Scottish lesbian group after describing herself as ‘gay man’

The group hit out at Colman’s comments in a two-page letter on social media

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Cinemablend

Why Harry Potter's New Lucius Malfoy Actor Says The Series Has 'A Really Special Atmosphere' Despite J.K. Rowling Controversy

The new Malfoy actor is weighing in.

The Mary Sue

John Lithgow Defended His Right to Play Dumbledore. Now His Past Co-Star Is Sharing Their Upset Over It

It isn't a good look for Lithgow!

BANG Premier

John Lithgow's co-star finds Harry Potter job 'hurtful'

John Lithgow's non-binary Jimpa co-star Aud Mason-Hyde finds his involvement in the Harry Potter TV series "vaguely hurtful".

The Independent UK

John Lithgow co-star calls Harry Potter casting ‘difficult’

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The Independent UK

John Lithgow’s non-binary co-star feels ‘vaguely hurt’ by actor’s Harry Potter casting

‘I do think that it’s a strange decision,’ actor said of Lithgow signing on to play Dumbledore

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The Independent UK

Harry Potter star says JK Rowling’s trans views are ‘ironic’

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