HBO‘s adaptation of the Harry Potter book series is already breaking records for the premium cable network and the streamer HBO Max. The trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone got 277 million organic (non-paid) views across platforms in its first 48 hours, becoming the most-watched trailer in HBO and HBO Max history and … Read more
Andrew Garfield has revealed that he recently watched the Harry Potter movies for the first time, but said he did so knowing that it was “controversial.” The British-American actor, who is promoting The Magic Faraway Tree, said investing in the Potter universe would ultimately reward “she that shall remain nameless.” In an interview with Hits … Read more
Although the fan reaction to HBO‘s first Harry Potter teaser has largely been divided, J.K. Rowling has given her seal of approval. On Thursday, the author said she’s “so happy” with the teaser trailer for the series adaptation of her young adult fantasy novels, sharing her reaction to the first look with fans on social … Read more
HBO and HBO Max chief Casey Bloys has revealed that the forthcoming Harry Potter television series will not have a new season every year. The new show, which is the latest adaptation of the J.K. Rowling book series phenomenon and subsequent blockbuster film run, is set to premiere on HBO in 2027 and run for … Read more
“Harry Potter” alum Katie Leung told Entertainment Tonight in a new interview that she wouldn’t want to return to her days of playing Cho Chang in the hit fantasy franchise. “I was so young at the time, and I was so easily influenced by what people would say about me because I didn’t know who … Read more
Daniel Radcliffe recently joined ScreenRant for a video interview and urged press moving forward not to ask the new “Harry Potter” actors about the original cast. Dominic McLaughlin is taking over the lead role in HBO’s “Harry Potter” series reboot opposite Arabella Stanton as Hermione and Alastair Stout as Ron. “When these kids got cast, … Read more
Johnny Flynn‘s on something of a showbiz roll. You might know him as the star of British sitcom Lovesick, the delightful George Knightley in Autumn de Wilde’s 2020 Emma adaptation, or as Dickie Greenleaf in 2024’s Ripley series, next to Andrew Scott. Maybe the Brit caught your eye in 2018 miniseries Vanity Fair, Kate Winslet’s … Read more
“Harry Potter” star Rupert Grint has become the latest celebrity at the Berlin Film Festival to be asked to speak on the rise of fascism and far-right politics. “Obviously, I’m against it,” the British actor — famed for his role in the “Harry Potter” film franchise — said during the press conference for his new film, Finnish … Read more
Thanks to Finn Wolfhard, Daniel Radcliffe knew Saturday Night Live‘s buzzy Heated Wizardry sketch was coming before it aired. The former Harry Potter franchise star recently spoke with Rolling Stone, where he was asked if he’d seen the spoof that debuted during the show’s first episode of 2026. “I did, yes,” he told the outlet, … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Tempo English compiled the top 3 news on Monday, June 02, 2025. Here are the highlights: Indonesia Urged Not to Rush Diplomatic Ties with Israel; Hajj Furoda Visa Not Issued; Indonesian Govt: It’s Under Saudi Authority; and HBO Harry Potter Series: Get to Know the New 3 Cast Members. The following is the list of the … Read more