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New 'Harry Potter' Spinoffs May Be in the Works, Report Claims
- On June 21, 2025, J.K. Rowling shared her enthusiasm on X after reviewing the first two scripts of HBO's new Harry Potter adaptation, describing them as exceptionally well-written.
- This HBO reboot, scheduled for 2026, has stirred debate due to Rowling's well-known controversial anti-trans views and ongoing boycotts against projects linked to her.
- Rowling clarified she is not credited as a writer but has worked closely with the talented writing team and helped select key creatives like showrunner Francesca Gardiner.
- HBO CEO Casey Bloys emphasized that the series will concentrate exclusively on the narrative, clarifying that it does not include any hidden agendas related to J.K. Rowling's personal views, which have not influenced casting or writing decisions.
- Despite controversies, production is progressing with 18 cast members hired and sets being built, indicating the series aims to present a faithful adaptation and debut on HBO in 2026.
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New 'Harry Potter' Spinoffs May Be in the Works, Report Claims
Good news for Potterheads: even more Harry Potter could be on the way soon. As was confirmed in 2023, the coming years will see the debut of a TV reboot of JK Rowling’s beloved book series on HBO. For now, details are thin on what audiences can expect from a second iteration of Harry Potter, other than the fact that the series will apparently span ten years, adapt a book per series, and star an entirely new cast. Credit: Warner Bros. According t…
J.K. Rowling Praises New Harry Potter Series Scripts as Backlash Grows from Both the Left and Right
J.K. Rowling has read the scripts for the new Harry Potter television series — and she’s giving them a glowing review as both the left and right bombard the show with criticism from all sides. The post J.K. Rowling Praises New Harry Potter Series Scripts as Backlash Grows from Both the Left and Right appeared first on That Park Place.
JK Rowling Endorses New 'Harry Potter' HBO Series Amid Controversy
JK Rowling approves scripts for the upcoming HBO 'Harry Potter' adaptation, despite ongoing backlash for her transgender views. She clarifies her non-writing role but emphasizes collaboration with writers. The series, planned for 2026, faced criticism from original Harry Potter stars supportive of transgender rights.
J.K. Rowling 'worked closely' with writers on 'Harry Potter' series
The embattled author is an executive producer on the upcoming HBO series.Stuart C. Wilson/Getty J.K. Rowling at the London premiere of 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secret of Dumbledore' in March 2022Embattled author J.K. Rowling has given the first few episodes of HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series her seal of approval, also sharing that she "worked closely" with the series' writers."I read the first two episodes of the forthcoming HBO Harry Potter s…
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