Warner Bros. Television and HBO have announced Francesca Gardiner as showrunner and executive producer for the upcoming Harry Potter original series. Gardiner, known for her work on popular shows like “Succession” and “His Dark Materials,” will executive produce alongside Mark Miloda, who will serve as executive producer and director for multiple episodes. The new series, currently in development, will be available on HBO Max’s expanding global platform.
The faithful adaptation of the beloved book series by J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” will introduce a new cast that will take a new generation of fans into the magical world of Hogwarts. Fans can expect the same fantastic details and beloved characters that have captivated audiences for over twenty-five years. Each season will bring these legendary stories to audiences around the world, while the original films will continue to be part of the franchise and available to viewers around the world.
Francesca Gardiner will write and executive produce the series, with Mark Miloda also executive producing and directing select episodes. The show is a collaboration between HBO, Bronte Film and TV, and Warner Bros. Television, with executive producers including JK Rowling, Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts, David Heiman and other prominent names in the industry. The series promises to bring the magic of “Harry Potter” to a whole new audience while respecting the legacy of the original films.
The announcement comes after years of speculation about a possible Harry Potter revival or spin-off project following