Harry Potter Series 'A Lot of Pressure' but 'Very Special,' HBO Exec Says
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- HBO Max's head of original programming, Sarah Aubrey, praised the upcoming "Harry Potter" series as an extraordinary creation during a keynote at Series Mania in Lille, France.
- Aubrey highlighted the emotional impact on influencers visiting the set, noting some were moved to tears, emphasizing the show's deep connection to the beloved books.
- The series is a significant financial commitment for HBO Max, with plans to adapt each of J.K. Rowling’s books into individual seasons, targeting a 2027 release.
- Filming is underway at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, with Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, and Arabella Stanton cast as Harry, Ron, and Hermione, respectively, under the leadership of showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod.
- Aubrey expressed enthusiasm for the faithful adaptation, suggesting that viewers will feel the series truly represents the original books.
