Recent updates have shed light on the release date of the highly anticipated Harry Potter HBO series. Reports suggest that production is moving forward, with casting underway for the central roles of Harry, Ron, and Hermione. However, fans may need to wait longer than initially expected for the show to premiere.
Harry Potter series’ release date won’t be before 2027
The new Harry Potter television series, which was earlier slated to be released in 2026, is now expected to premiere 2027.
JB Perrette, CEO and President of Global Streaming for Warner Bros. Discovery, confirmed the timeline during a tech and media conference. He described the series as the start of a “10-year journey,” highlighting the company’s long-term plans for the project (via Variety).
The series will adapt J.K. Rowling’s seven-book saga, with production scheduled to begin in 2025. Casting is reportedly underway for actors aged 9-11 to portray Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger (via TVLine).
The plan includes shooting seasons close together to minimize age discrepancies, as explained by Casey Bloys, HBO’s Chief Content Officer. Bloys noted, “One of the ideas we talked about was shooting the first season and the second season very close to each other time-wise.”
The series is being developed as part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s broader strategy to leverage established intellectual properties. It will carry the HBO banner, distinguishing it from the Max Original label. Perrette described it as a significant project for the platform, stating, “As you look at ’26 and into ’27, you begin a 10-year journey on the ‘Harry Potter’ series.”
Additional details about the show, such as its specific release schedule or production approach, remain limited. Warner Bros. Discovery has emphasized its focus on ensuring the adaptation aligns with the scale and complexity of the original books.
The Harry Potter series will join a lineup of other major projects slated for the next few years. It is positioned to contribute to Warner Bros. Discovery’s long-term streaming and programming strategies. Fans can anticipate updates as production progresses.
