HBO defends J.Ok. Rowling’s involvement within the Harry Potter TV sequence, saying the creator “has a right to express her personal views.”
J.Ok. Rowling is the creator of the Harry Potter franchise, however in recent times, she’s gotten much more press for her views on transgender individuals. As Warner Bros. is at present creating a Harry Potter TV sequence, there was a query of how concerned Rowling can be. Seems, she’ll be concerned fairly a bit. At a latest press occasion, HBO chief Casey Bloy stated Rowling was “very, very involved in the process selecting the writer and the director,” and her statements on transgender individuals “haven’t affected the casting or hiring of writers or manufacturing employees.“
In an extra assertion to Selection, HBO stated Warner Bros. has “been working with J.K. Rowling and in the Harry Potter business for over 20 years” and “her contribution has been invaluable.” The assertion continued, “We’re proud to as soon as once more inform the story of Harry Potter — the heartwarming books that talk to energy of friendship, resolve and acceptance. J.Ok. Rowling has a proper to specific her private views. We are going to stay centered on the event of the brand new sequence, which is able to solely profit from her involvement.“
For many who disagree with Rowling’s views, it may be tough to separate the franchise from its creator, and the Harry Potter fandom has definitely been break up. Realizing of Rowling’s involvement within the new sequence could also be a tricky capsule to swallow for some.
The casting course of for the Harry Potter TV sequence has begun. An open name was put out for kids who’re residents of the U.Ok. and Eire and shall be between the ages of 9 and 11 in April 2025 to play Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger. “We are committed to inclusive, diverse casting,” the discover reads. “For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to ethnicity, sex, disability, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law unless otherwise specifically indicated.” There have additionally been rumblings that Mark Rylance (Bridge of Spies) is on the high of the wishlist for the position of Albus Dumbledore.
This summer season, Succession‘s Francesca Gardiner was revealed to have been tapped as a author and showrunner, whereas Mark Mylod signed on to govt produce and direct a number of episodes. The undertaking was initially developed for Max however made the leap to HBO (together with quite a lot of different Max reveals) in June.
Every season of the Harry Potter TV sequence is claimed to cowl considered one of Rowling’s novels, for a complete of seven seasons. Whereas the flicks have been in a position to match rather a lot in, there have been loads of moments lower from the novels that the TV sequence will lastly be capable of convey to life. Final yr, the studio launched an announcement saying, “Every season shall be genuine to the unique books and convey Harry Potter and these unbelievable adventures to new audiences world wide, whereas the unique, traditional and beloved movies will stay on the core of the franchise and accessible to look at globally.“
