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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 · Mar 26

Seven questions the new Harry Potter trailer leaves unanswered

The show will come to HBO Max at Christmas.

Evening Standard · Mar 26

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 · Mar 26

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.

Pedestrian.tv · Mar 26

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 · Mar 25

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

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

Inverse · Mar 25

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

The Guardian - US · Mar 25

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

We're heading back to Hogwarts.

Cinemablend · Mar 25

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

Evening Standard · Mar 25

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.

BANG Premier · Mar 25