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New Harry Potter Series Promises Deeper Dive in 2027

10/19/2025

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HBO's adaptation of Harry Potter is filming its first season and is set to premiere in 2027, adapting The Philosopher's Stone.
New set photos reveal changes to Diagon Alley, including Glissando's and Primpernelle's, shops not in the original book.
The series aims for a more faithful adaptation with a longer runtime for deeper character exploration.
Dominic McLaughlin plays Harry, and John Lithgow plays Dumbledore.

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Story summary

HBO's adaptation of Harry Potter is filming its first season and is set to premiere in 2027, adapting The Philosopher's Stone.
New set photos reveal changes to Diagon Alley, including Glissando's and Primpernelle's, shops not in the original book.
The series aims for a more faithful adaptation with a longer runtime for deeper character exploration.
Dominic McLaughlin plays Harry, and John Lithgow plays Dumbledore.