HBO has confirmed what fans have long awaited: a full Harry Potter streaming series that will build a new chapter in JK Rowling’s beloved saga. The plan envisions an entire series drawn from each book, promising a decade of new storytelling and a fresh cast for the screen adaptation.
Executives describe the project as a chance to explore Hogwarts in ways never done before, inviting viewers to experience the magic from different angles. The move aligns with a broader strategy to expand the Harry Potter universe while staying faithful to the source material.
JK Rowling will serve as executive producer, underscoring the commitment to preserve the core integrity of the books while allowing room for deeper exploration of the wizarding world. The collaboration aims to balance reverence for the original stories with contemporary, cinematic storytelling that resonates with today’s audiences.
Meanwhile, Warner Bros. Discovery revealed a major platform reorganization. HBO Max and Discovery+ will merge into a single service named Max, marking a new era for on-demand content delivery. The company indicated that the rollout would begin in the United States on May 23, with a pricing structure of $15.99 per month without ads, or $9.99 with ads. LatAm and other regions are planned for later phases.
As part of the broader content strategy, Max will host a variety of flagship titles and new series, while also bringing existing franchises into a united streaming environment that emphasizes flexibility and breadth of choice for viewers across the Americas.
Additionally, Warner Bros. Discovery teased projects connected to iconic epics, including a prequel initiative linked to the Game of Thrones universe. The work titled Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: Hedge Knight is positioned as a bridge to the larger Thrones saga, inviting fans to explore fresh narratives within George R. R. Martin’s expansive world [citation].