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First official image released from new Harry Potter TV series

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  • First official image from the Harry Potter TV series released.
  • Series expected to premiere in 2027 on HBO Max.
  • Filming reportedly began this summer with cast including John Lithgow and Nick Frost.

The first official image from the upcoming Harry Potter TV series has been released. The image reportedly shows the main character from behind walking in a Quidditch robe with the text 'Potter' on it. The series, which is expected to premiere in 2027, will be shown on HBO Max.

K. Rowling's bestselling book series, with one season made per book. Filming for the TV series reportedly began this summer.

The image was shared on Instagram by the accounts 'Harrypotter' and 'HBO'. A teaser for the series' trailer is reportedly expected to be released later in the day. The series is reportedly directed by Mark Mylod.

The cast reportedly includes John Lithgow as Dumbledore, Nick Frost as Hagrid, Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione, and Alistair Stout as Ron Weasley.

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