The first Harry Potter tv collection is ready to be made, with writer JK Rowling performing as an govt producer, Warner Bros. Discovery introduced on Wednesday.
Rowling has just lately confronted accusations of transphobia for placing an emphasis on organic intercourse over gender identification in feedback about trans ladies. She denies the accusation.
Warner Bros. Discovery stated the collection can be “a faithful adaptation” of Rowling’s mega-selling books in regards to the boy wizard and can air on the leisure firm’s rebranded streaming service Max.
The announcement confirms current hypothesis that an episode-based present on the magical world of Hogwarts was within the works.
“Max’s commitment to preserving the integrity of my books is important to me, and I’m looking forward to being part of this new adaptation which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long form television series,” Rowling stated in a press release.
Warner Bros. Discovery stated the tales from every of the books will turn out to be “a decade-long series” that includes a brand new solid. No timeline was given for when the present can be filmed.
During a press convention, Max content material head Casey Bloys declined to remark when requested whether or not Rowling’s feedback about trans folks would make it tougher to seek out actors for the collection.
The Scottish author has been tormented by threats and controversy since she publicly took concern in 2020 with the trans-inclusive phrase “people who menstruate” getting used as an alternative of the phrase “women.”
“Obviously, the ‘Harry Potter’ story is incredibly affirmative and positive and about love and self-acceptance. That’s our priority — what’s on screen,” Variety quoted him as saying.
“She’s an executive producer on the show. Her insights are going to be helpful on that,” he added.
The Max streaming service combines the platforms HBO Max and Discovery Plus and can formally launch within the United States on May 23.
