The entertainment landscape is on the brink of a massive shift as Netflix has entered into exclusive deal talks to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. This proposed acquisition, valued at $82.7 billion, would give Netflix control over a vast portfolio of media assets, including HBO and the coveted Harry Potter intellectual property.

For fans eagerly awaiting the new Harry Potter TV series, this news is undoubtedly a major talking point. The show, which began filming in summer 2025 and is slated for an early 2027 release, has consistently been promoted as an HBO Original. With the series planned for seven seasons, each adapting one of J.K. Rowling’s books, its future platform and creative direction under potential Netflix ownership become immediate concerns.

The Harry Potter series is a cornerstone of WBD's current and future content strategy. The production team has committed to a faithful adaptation, exploring storylines with greater depth than the films, and maintaining the chronological ages of characters. These details, alongside the confirmed cast, have generated immense excitement.

While the deal is in exclusive negotiation, not yet finalized, the prospect of Netflix owning HBO is significant. It prompts questions: Will the Harry Potter series remain branded as an HBO Original, or could it potentially migrate to the Netflix platform? How might this impact the creative teams and the promised faithfulness of the adaptation? As discussions continue, fans will be closely watching for any announcements about how this corporate move will affect Hogwarts on screen.