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New Harry Potter trailer leaves these seven questions unanswered

The first trailer for the highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series has given muggle fans a glimpse at the new Hogwarts

The Independent UK

Inside the controversies of new HBO Harry Potter series

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Andrew Garfield says people 'shouldn't put money' into JK Rowling's pockets

Andrew Garfield has revealed his complicated views on the Harry Potter franchise, praising the work that went into the movies but criticising JK Rowling, who he referred to as "she that will remain nameless".

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Why the new Harry Potter series is so controversial: from death threats to JK Rowling backlash

HBO show set to air at Christmas has faced various controversies since being announced in 2021

The Independent UK

Seven questions the new Harry Potter trailer leaves unanswered

The show will come to HBO Max at Christmas.

Evening Standard

New HBO Harry Potter series trailer released: Here’s everything you need to know

The first look at HBO’s big-budget TV reimagining of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas – not in 2027 as previously expected.

Euronews

Harry Potter Trailer Now Out: People Upset By Casting Choices – The Internet Weighs In

The release of the new Harry Potter trailer has ignited discussions about casting choices, with fans divided over representation and tradition.

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Harry Potter revival trailer confirms earlier release date for HBO reboot series

HBO's upcoming Harry Potter revival show was set to release in 2027, but fans of the Wizarding World won't have to wait that long.

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What Has The Cast Of The Harry Potter TV Reboot Said About JK Rowling’s Transphobia?

John Lithgow and Nick Frost are among the castmates who’ve responded to Rowling’s views.

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John Lithgow Decides Money Is Worth More Than His Morals

The actor is defending his controversial 'Harry Potter' casting.

The Mary Sue

Harry Potter Fans Are Crying, Cranky & Confused Over The Reboot’s Teaser Trailer

HBO Max has finally dropped the first teaser for its Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone series and the internet’s in chaos.

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Harry Potter TV series first trailer drops — and the release date is sooner than you think

The trailer is for the first season of the HBO show, adapted from JK Rowling’s first novel, Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone

Evening Standard

HBO's 'Harry Potter' Series Trailer Proves Why It’s Unnecessary

HBO's take on the now-controversial book series feels disappointingly familiar.

Inverse

First trailer for Harry Potter TV series reveals much-anticipated new take

First real look at HBO’s big-budget small screen take on JK Rowling’s best-selling books also reveals that first season will premiere this Christmas

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The Harry Potter TV Show's First Teaser Is Here And The Nostalgia Is Magical

We're heading back to Hogwarts.

Evening Standard

Harry Potter series ramps up security after death threats to cast

Paapa Essiedu, who will play Professor Severus Snape in the new adaptation, revealed he was targeted with racist abuse online

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Harry Potter revival confirms 'serious security' after death threats towards cast

After members of the new Harry Potter cast, including Severus Snape actor Paapa Essiedu, have received death threats, HBO chief Casey Bloys hae revealed what measures have been taken.

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Harry Potter set has ‘serious security’ after death threats, says HBO boss

Paapa Essiedu, who is set to play Professor Snape, recently said he’d received messages telling him: ‘Quit or I’ll murder you’

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The Independent UK

Harry Potter series trailer reveals new wizard in Gryffindor Quidditch robes

Dominic McLaughlin is taking over the role made famous by Daniel Radcliffe

Euronews

‘Quit or I’ll murder you’: Paapa Essiedu on death threats after Snape casting in Harry Potter series

British actor Paapa Essiedu has revealed he received racist death threats over his casting as Professor Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter series on HBO.

The Independent UK

‘Quit or I’ll murder you’: Harry Potter star Paapa Essiedu says he received death threats over Snape casting

Actor said online abuse that followed his casting in the adaptation in April has made him ‘more passionate’

The Independent UK

Harry Potter TV star almost quit role over JK Rowling row

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The Independent UK

John Lithgow ‘considered quitting’ Harry Potter series after ‘upsetting’ backlash

Dumbledore actor has distanced himself from author JK Rowling

Total Film

New Dumbledore actor says he almost quit HBO's Harry Potter show over J.K. Rowling's controversial opinions

The series is set to release in 2027

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John Lithgow Accepts People Are Now Going To Bring Up J.K. Rowling Controversy In ‘Every Interview’ Forever

Lithgow discussed his Harry Potter casting again.

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