JK Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series is taking a new step forward in its development. Streaming service HBO Max has named a director and showrunner to oversee the creation of the first episodes of this new adaptation.
She will ensure the creative direction and narrative continuity of the series project. Harry Potter. Francesca Gardiner has been named showrunner for the series based on the bestselling books by author J. K Rowling, reports notably 7sur7. This anglicism designates the person who takes charge of the creative directives of a work, in particular its screenplay.
Mark Mylod, known for his work on series like Game Of Thrones, Succession ou The Last of Us, will produce several episodes.
Bringing the magical universe back to life
With this Harry Potter series, Warner Bros. and the streaming service HBO Max seek to bring the magical universe of the young wizard back to life, both for long-time fans and for new generations.
Advice from JK Rowling
No names have been officially announced for the cast, according to Vanity Fair. Daniel Radcliffe had stated that he was not looking “absolutely not to play a role” in this new adaptation, cites 7sur7.
Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod will be able to count on the wise advice of JK Rowling, who will supervise the project as executive producer, specifies Vanity Fair.
The first season should be released in 2026. Each season should correspond to a volume of the saga. The series will be available on HBO and Max.
