HBO doesn’t seem to care too much that JK Rowling has ended up being a terrible transphobe. The network has begun to shape its highly anticipated series based on the Harry Potter universe, after announcing that the adaptation will consist of seven seasons, each dedicated to one of the books in the popular franchise by J.K. Rowling. The television network has revealed the casting of key characters, including Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy, Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley, and Dominic McLaughlin in the role of the iconic Harry Potter.
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The series has also incorporated other notable actors: Johnny Flynn will play Lucius Malfoy, while Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby will take on the roles of Harry’s aunt and uncle, Petunia and Vernon Dursley, respectively. Recently, the participation of Dominic McLaughlin as Harry was confirmed, along with Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. The series aims to explore every corner of the magical world with an unprecedented level of detail.
The direction of the series will be in charge of Mark Mylod, known for his work on The Last of Us, who will also serve as executive producer along with Francesca Gardiner, the showrunner. As for J.K. Rowling, although she will have the role of producer, it has been ensured that she will not interfere in the casting of actors who support the trans community, despite her controversial views on the subject.
The filming of the series is scheduled to begin at the end of this year, generating great anticipation among fans. HBO has made it clear that “Harry Potter will not be secretly infused with anything” in relation to Rowling’s opinions, according to comments from Casey Bloys, president of content for HBO and HBO Max. As more details of the project are revealed, fans of the magical world are increasing their excitement for this new adaptation.