The upcoming Harry Potter series, currently in production at HBO, aims to retell the story of the original seven books in a decade-long series. Unlike previous adaptations, this time author J.K. Rowling is more involved than ever.

Years in the making, HBO’s planned Harry Potter series adaptation is closer than ever to coming to the small screen. First revealed as a possibility in early 2021, the upcoming television show is expected to last for several years,

In the film adaptions, Richard Harris played Dumbledore in the first two movies until his death in October 2002. Michael Gambon then took over the role until the final film, "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2." Gambon died in September 2023 at age 82.