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Chris Columbus Backs HBO's Harry Potter Reboot, Excludes Himself
8/25/2025
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Story summary
- Chris Columbus, director of the initial "Harry Potter" films, supports the HBO reboot but is not interested in participating.
- The series will feature John Lithgow as Dumbledore and aims for a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling's books, set to premiere in 2027.
- Filming is underway in London, concentrating on key scenes from "The Philosopher's Stone."
