Casting for the new series about Harry Potter: HBO is looking for new stars

A new surprise is being prepared for Harry Potter fans!

HBO has announced large-scale casting for a new series about the adventures of the most famous boy wizard.

New series in the world of Harry Potter

On the official page of the Harry Potter films, there was an announcement about the search for new actors for the series, which will restart the famous universe. The production of this project will be handled by the TV channel and streaming service HBO.

Who can become the new Harry, Ron and Hermione?

The creators of the series are looking for children from 9 to 11 years old who live in Great Britain or Ireland. The main condition is age and place of residence. There are no other actor restrictions.

"We are committed to inclusive, diverse casting. For every role, send qualified performers regardless of ethnicity, disability, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law, unless otherwise specified, " the announcement states casting

Perspectives of the series and plans for the future

The series is planned to be shown in 2026. Each season will be dedicated to a separate book from the J.K. Rowling series, providing a deep dive into your favorite stories. HBO & Max Content executive Casey Bloys called the project "a 10-year project, " hinting at the big ambitions and lengthy development of the new adaptation.

Why is this important for fans?

Several generations have grown up on Harry Potter books, and the books have sold more than 500 million copies. This new series promises to immerse fans in the magical world again, but with new faces and perhaps unexpected interpretations.

What awaits the heroes?

It is important to note that the actors of the previous films are not planned to be involved in the filming of the new series, which means that we are in for a completely new approach to familiar stories. Will HBO be able to live up to the expectations of the multi-million army of fans? For now, we can only guess, but the prospects look exciting.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova