HBO Max unveils teaser for Harry Potter season 1

HBO Max unveiled teaser for Harry Potter series

HBO Max released a teaser trailer for the first season of its upcoming Harry Potter series on September 2, 2026. The adaptation follows the events of the first book, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," focusing on Hogwarts life.

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The video showcases the sorting ceremony, classes, a Quidditch match, and a battle with a troll, offering a glimpse of the school’s daily drama.

Dominic MacLoflin stars as Harry Potter, with Alastar Stout as Ron Weasley and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger. The supporting cast includes John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTigue as Minerva McGonagall, Nick Frost as Hagrid, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Luke Taldin as Professor Quirrell, Locke Pratt as Draco Malfoy, Bella Pauly as Aunt Petunia, Catherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley, Bertie Carvel as Cornelius Fudge, and Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy.

The season is directed by Marc Mylod. Its premiere will arrive on HBO Max at Christmas, while filming for the second season is scheduled to begin this autumn.