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John Lithgow's Dumbledore Filming Begins in Cornwall, Devon

10/8/2025

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Lithgow Portrays Dumbledore

John Lithgow stars as Professor Dumbledore in the new HBO series, filming in Cornwall and Devon.
Cadgwith Cove and Kynance Cove are filming sites.
Lustleigh in Devon will stand in for Godric’s Hollow, Oct 9–16.
Berrybushes Farm in Hertfordshire confirms production, filming starts Oct 8.
Previous shoots occurred in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire; 2027 release planned.

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Dumbledore's Beach Scenes

New set photos show Dumbledore on a beach, hinting expanded scenes.
Filming shows Vernon Dursley wielding a gun, addressing a weapon-ownership plot hole.
The series aims to deepen character development and Hogwarts lore.
Warner Bros. marks Philosopher's Stone 25th anniversary with a global re-release.
The series premieres in early 2027 and spans a decade-long adaptation of J.K. Rowling's seven-book saga.

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Historical Context

The "Harry Potter" franchise, launched with "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" in 2001, has grossed over $7.7 billion globally, reshaping modern pop culture. In 2022, Warner Bros. marked the 25th anniversary of the first film, while a new HBO series featuring John Lithgow as Dumbledore aims to delve deeper into the wizarding world, highlighting J.K. Rowling's lasting influence on storytelling.

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Lithgow Portrays Dumbledore

John Lithgow stars as Professor Dumbledore in the new HBO series, filming in Cornwall and Devon.
Cadgwith Cove and Kynance Cove are filming sites.
Lustleigh in Devon will stand in for Godric’s Hollow, Oct 9–16.
Berrybushes Farm in Hertfordshire confirms production, filming starts Oct 8.
Previous shoots occurred in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire; 2027 release planned.

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