As production kicks off for a decade-long Harry Potter TV series, HBO shares the inaugural photo of Dominic McLaughlin in character, alongside a lineup of familiar and new cast members.
HBO Unveils First Look at Harry Potter TV Series as Production Kicks Off
HBO Unveils First Look at Harry Potter TV Series as Production Kicks Off
The much-anticipated TV adaptation of Harry Potter begins filming with the release of the first image of lead actor Dominic McLaughlin as Harry.
Production has officially commenced on HBO's long-awaited TV adaptation of the beloved Harry Potter series, and the first image has been unveiled of lead actor Dominic McLaughlin in full Harry Potter costume. This new take on J.K. Rowling's literary universe promises to be a comprehensive project that is expected to span over a decade.
The picture, released on Monday, also introduced several new cast members. Rory Wilmot will portray Neville Longbottom, Amos Kitson takes on the role of Dudley Dursley, Louise Brealey will play Madam Rolanda Hooch, and Anton Lesser has been cast as Garrick Ollivander. They join an ensemble that includes established stars like John Lithgow as Dumbledore, Nick Frost as Hagrid, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, and Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape.
In May, the child actors designated for Harry, Ron, and Hermione were also announced, generating excitement among fans. The series will be filmed at Warner Bros Studios Leavesden in Hertfordshire, the same location that brought to life the eight Harry Potter films.
According to HBO, this adaptation aims to be a "faithful representation of the iconic books," allowing for an extended exploration of plot lines due to the flexibility of a television format as opposed to film time constraints. The first series is set to launch in 2027, and the production team includes talent from acclaimed projects like The Crown, with director of photography Adriano Goldman and hair and makeup designer Cate Hall joining the crew.
Fans are eagerly following updates, including how it feels to audition for a part in the series and confirmation of the initial cast, as the magic of Hogwarts is set to reemerge on the small screen.
