A Harry Potter television series is in the works at HBO, according to Bloomberg,
Warner Bros is nearing a deal for a television series based on the book series by JK Rowling with the series to be set for both cable and streaming.
As per the report, each season of the series will be based on one book in the series, indicating that the series is looking for a seven-season run.
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The series is expected to be the cornerstone of a new streaming strategy and the report also indicates that Warner Bros. Discovery’s CEO David Zaslav and HBO chief Casey Bloys worked to convince Rowling to produce the new series.
Warner Bros. Discovery has previously indicated that they were looking to expand their Harry Potter franchise. The studio previously produced the original Harry Potter film adaptations as well as the prequel Fantastic Beasts franchise.
As for the new Harry Potter television series, the Bloomberg report indicates that Rowling will be involved with the project to make sure that it “remains loyal to her original material” but is not expected to show run or even serve as primary creator.
According to the Bloomberg report, the deal for the HBO Harry Potter television series is still being finalized and more information about Warner Bros. Discovery’s new streaming strategy is expected to be announced next week.
