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First Harry Potter image released as production begins

First Harry Potter image released as production begins

Summary

Production has started on a new Harry Potter TV series by HBO. The first photo of Dominic McLaughlin dressed as Harry Potter has been released. The series aims to stay true to the books and is set to take about 10 years to complete.

Key Facts

  • HBO is making a new Harry Potter TV series.
  • Dominic McLaughlin plays Harry Potter in the series.
  • Other cast members include Rory Wilmot as Neville, Amos Kitson as Dudley, and John Lithgow as Dumbledore.
  • The show will be filmed at Warner Bros Studios in Hertfordshire, the same place as the Harry Potter movies.
  • The series is planned to stay true to the original books by JK Rowling.
  • The first series of the show will release in 2027.
  • Filming includes many staff who worked on "The Crown."
  • The series will give more time to explore book storylines compared to the films.

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