HBO has clarified the release dates for its long-awaited series based on the Harry Potter universe. It was previously expected that the premiere would take place no earlier than 2027, but now HBO head Casey Bloys said that the creators are aiming for early 2027. “Now you ask, what does this mean: January, February, March, April? We are not ready for this yet. I’ll say this: early 2027,” he commented. Production on “Harry Potter” began last year, and filming began in the summer at Warner Bros. Studios. Studios Leavesden in the UK.
Industry experts suggest that work on the first season could continue into the first half of 2026. This estimate is based on typical schedules for projects of this size. The upcoming HBO series is intended to be a faithful adaptation of the original novels by J.K. Rowling.
Each season is planned to cover one of the seven books, allowing for more details to be revealed than in the films. It is produced by HBO Entertainment in association with Warner Bros. Television, Bronte Film & TV and Heyday Films (the company behind the original film saga).
One of the main roles that remains a mystery at the moment is Lord Voldemort. HBO has yet to reveal who will play the main antagonist.