As the excitement builds around HBO’s upcoming series adaptation of the Harry Potter books, J.K. Rowling herself has now shared her thoughts—and fans are taking notice. The bestselling author, who originally created the Wizarding World over two decades ago, recently posted on her official X (formerly Twitter) account that she’s read the first two episodes of the new show and absolutely loved them. In her own words, the scripts are “SO, SO, SO GOOD!” Her enthusiastic reaction is giving fans a big boost of confidence that this new version might do justice to the books in ways the films didn’t fully explore.
Even though Rowling is not writing the show herself, she’s very much involved in the creative process. When asked how much input she has, Rowling clarified that she’s working “closely” with the show’s writers—though she didn’t dive into specifics. What’s clear is that she’s actively helping shape the direction and tone of the series, ensuring that the world she created stays true to its roots, even with new people stepping in to bring it to life.
The series will be based on all seven of the original books, likely stretching across multiple seasons to allow each novel to be explored in more detail than the previous films could. This means fans might finally get to see some of the deeper subplots and character arcs that were cut or condensed in the movies. And judging by Rowling’s early praise, the team seems to be handling the material with care and creativity.
Casting announcements have also stirred up plenty of buzz. Several key roles have already been confirmed, with acclaimed actor John Lithgow set to play Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer taking on the role of Professor McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu stepping in as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost cast as Hagrid. These choices suggest a more diverse and possibly more emotionally nuanced take on the classic characters. The core trio—Harry, Hermione, and Ron—have reportedly also been cast, though their identities haven’t been made public yet. As of now, details about the filming timeline remain under wraps.
Meanwhile, the extended Harry Potter universe is still growing in other ways. The stage play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child continues to draw audiences worldwide, with actor Tom Felton recently returning to the role of Draco Malfoy in its Broadway production, now portraying an older version of his iconic character.
Overall, with J.K. Rowling’s stamp of approval, fresh casting, and HBO’s resources backing the production, this new series is shaping up to be a major moment for both longtime Potterheads and a new generation of fans discovering the magic for the first time.