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As the original *Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone* film marks its 25th anniversary in 2026, fans are reflecting on the cinematic journey that started it all. This milestone offers a unique opportunity to appreciate the legacy of the films while looking forward to the highly anticipated HBO series.
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Legendary composer Hans Zimmer and his team at Bleeding Fingers Music are officially on board to create the score for the upcoming HBO Original Harry Potter series. This exciting news confirms that the highly anticipated show, set to premiere in early 2027, will have a truly cinematic musical landscape.
Veteran actor Warwick Davis has offered exciting insights into the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series, promising a faithful adaptation that will explore the beloved books in unprecedented detail. Fans can anticipate a return to the true spirit of the original stories, with the show differing significantly from the previous film adaptations.
Known for his role in *Game of Thrones*, Kit Harington is stepping into the Wizarding World, lending his voice to the famously flamboyant Gilderoy Lockhart for an upcoming audiobook. This exciting news for *Harry Potter* fans comes as anticipation builds for the HBO series.
Game of Thrones star Kit Harington is lending his voice to the wizarding world, stepping into the flamboyant role of Gilderoy Lockhart for a new, full-cast audio adaptation of *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets*. Fans can anticipate an "unrecognizable" and fresh take on the charming, yet entirely fraudulent, Defense Against the Dark Arts professor.
The legendary Dame Shirley Bassey, the very inspiration for Celestina Warbeck, has been announced to voice the iconic witch in the upcoming Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions. Fans can look forward to hearing her iconic vocals bring Molly Weasley's favorite singer to life in a brand-new way.
Status: In development
Platform: HBO Max
Rumoured premiere: 2027
Season 1: Philosopher's Stone (rumoured)
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