HBO is bringing back the beloved ‘Harry Potter’ series, and this time it’s coming to TV. The production is lavishing money on the show, with a whopping 1 billion euros (that’s around $1.1 billion) being spent on the set alone. To put that into perspective, that’s roughly the cost of building a small town.
The TV series will be based on the seven books by J.K. Rowling and will run for seven seasons. Warner Bros. has constructed an elaborate set at their Leavesden Studio, complete with new streets, parking facilities, and even a school for the young actors to film in. The set is so detailed that it includes a special area for the magical creatures that inhabit the wizarding world.
New Faces Take on Iconic Roles
After an exhaustive search involving around 32,000 auditions, three young actors have been selected to play the lead roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley. While their identities remain under wraps for now, it’s clear that they’re about to become household names.
The new series isn’t just about the young actors, though. Some familiar faces are set to return in key roles. John Lithgow will be donning the hat of Dumbledore, while Nick Frost will take on the lovable gamekeeper, Hagrid. Paul Whitehouse will play the grumpy caretaker, Filch, and Papa Essiedu will be cast as the potions master, Snape. Luke Newberry will be playing Quirrell.
A Production Worthy of the Wizarding World
- The show is being produced by HBO, known for its high-quality productions.
- The set is being built at Warner Bros.’ Leavesden Studio.
- The production budget is estimated to be around 1 billion euros.
The ‘Harry Potter’ TV series promises to be an epic production, with a talented cast, stunning sets, and a story that will captivate audiences of all ages. With its elaborate set and big-name cast, this show is shaping up to be a must-watch for fans of the wizarding world.