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Two New 'Harry Potter' Books by J.K. Rowling Set for 2027 Release Ahead of HBO Series Premiere

Bloomsbury will publish two illustrated Pocket Potters guides on 23 February 2027, focusing on Professor McGonagall and Fred and George Weasley rather than continuing Harry's story.

International Business Times UK · Nov 9

Harry Potter teaser trailer gives fans new look at HBO series

The initial season of the HBO show has been adapted from JK Rowling’s first book

The Independent UK · Sep 3

Harry Potter tries on sorting hat and plays Quidditch in new series trailer

The first season of the HBO show was adapted from JK Rowling’s first novel, Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone.

Evening Standard · Sep 2

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

A new era of magic begins.

Dot Esports · Mar 29

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 · Mar 26

John Lithgow says ‘I will do my best’ following Harry Potter casting news backlash

American actor John Lithgow says he's ‘intimidated’ but excited to play Dumbledore in the new decade-long HBO adaptation

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2025

John Lithgow ‘very intimidated’ to play Dumbledore in Harry Potter TV series

The 79-year-old said he would ‘do my best’ in the role.

Evening Standard · Apr 16, 2025

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HBO’s Official Cast Announcement For New Harry Potter Show Gets Mixed Reactions

"Cautiously optimistic."

Bored Panda · Apr 14, 2025

Harry Potter TV show announces first cast members

A lot of guessing and speculation can be put to rest, as HBO has made its first official casting announcement for some of the wizarding world...

Euronews · Apr 14, 2025

HBO reveals first part of Harry Potter TV cast, including Dumbledore and Hagrid

John Lithgow confirmed in Dumbledore role, with Paapa Essiedu playing Severus Snape and Nick Frost as Hagrid

The Guardian - UK · Apr 14, 2025

Nick Frost 'nearing deal' to play Hagrid in new Harry Potter TV show

The actor-comedian would join John Lithgow, Janet McTeer and Paapa Essiedu who are set or in negotiations to play Professor Albus Dumbledore, Professor Minerva McGonagall and Professor Severus Snape

Evening Standard · Mar 26, 2025

Harry Potter fans raising eyebrows after Hagrid casting rumour

‘So far every casting choice has been god awful,’ one person responded

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2024

The prime of Dame Maggie Smith is a gift

Before "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" removed her anonymity, the actor let us see the many faces of damehood

Salon · Oct 1, 2024

Harry Potter fans send this film into Netflix Top 10 as Dame Maggie tribute

Harry Potter fans are remembering Dame Maggie Smith by rewatching one of her most popular movies.

WhatToWatch · Oct 1, 2024

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Bored Panda · Sep 27, 2024

Exclusive: Artist Reflects On Maggie Smith And Working With Her In Harry Potter, Downton Abbey

"I'll never forget how hard we laughed!" British artist who worked with Maggie Smith on the sets of Harry Potter and Downton Abbey shared her fond memories in exclusive interview. The post Exclusive: Artist Reflects On Maggie Smith And Working With Her In Harry Potter, Downton Abbey first appeared on…

The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2024

Daniel Radcliffe shares heartfelt tribute to Harry Potter co-star Maggie Smith

The Harry Potter star remembered first meeting the late actor when he was nine

Total Film · Sep 27, 2024

Tributes pour in for Downton Abbey and Harry Potter actor Maggie Smith, who has died at 89

The late actor is being celebrated across the world by fans and actors alike

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2024

Mike Newell on Maggie Smith: ‘She never bit me, but if she did bite, you stayed bitten’

Director of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire says formidable actor brought many things to a set, including ‘terror’Maggie Smith, Oscar-winning star of stage and screen, dies aged 89

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The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2024

Maggie Smith was the grandest of grandes dames – and a true cinematic superstar

Before she reached a new level of TV celebrity in the 21st century, Smith had a remarkable big-screen career, channelling her stage presence into the camera whether as Jean Brodie or her tragic, absurd ‘aunt’ persona

WhatToWatch · Sep 27, 2024

Actress Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89

Harry Potter and Downton Abbey legend Dame Maggie Smith sadly passed away in hospital.

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2024

Maggie Smith, Oscar-winning star of stage and screen, dies aged 89

In a career that began in the 1950s, her roles ranged from Desdemona to Miss Jean Brodie, Virginia Woolf and Minerva McGonagall

Cinemablend · Dec 25, 2023

32 Fictional Teachers That Made A Real Impact

There are some incredible teachers in movies and TV that have made serious impacts. Here are thirty-two that we need to talk about.

The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2022

Harry Potter and the missing sketches: JK Rowling’s first drawings of boy wizard

Author’s original drawings for her first Hogwarts novel to appear in print – alongside the return of a mysterious wizard

Edinburgh Live · Apr 8, 2022

All the Harry Potter secrets found in Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore

Since the Harry Potter film franchise grossed over $7.7 billion, three spin-off films have been made that follow new lead character Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne)

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