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Economic Times
17-05-2025
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- Economic Times
Harry Potter TV series to be filmed in £1 billion mini-town with new Privet Drive, claims report. Here's what we know so far
Live Events Harry Porter TV Series Cast (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel A £1billion mini-town, incorporating a school and medical centre, will serve as the filming location for the upcoming Harry Potter television series, according to a report of The per the report, Warner Bros is expanding their studio complex in Leavesden, near Watford, Herts, building new roadways, multi-storey parking facilities and expansive hangars for set construction. The makers are even building a dedicated school facility to accommodate hundreds of young performers who need to stay there for a long-term filming schedules. Additionally, a specialised facility is reportedly being built to house various animals required for filming, including dogs, birds of prey, rodents, snakes, spiders and wasteland is being transformed into a modernised Privet Drive , featuring Tudor-style architecture, the report added."Warner Bros are making a huge commitment to the new TV show, looking at making multiple, lengthy series over the next decade," an industry source told The television network HBO is producing this adaptation of JK Rowling's books. While the principal cast remains unannounced, over 32,000 candidates have submitted audition recordings. The production aims to achieve success similar to Daniel Radcliffe (35), Emma Watson (35), and Rupert Grint (36), who portrayed Harry, Hermione Grainger and Ron Weasley in the film has earlier announced its initial cast selection for the upcoming Harry Potter series, revealing actors who will portray significant characters from the magical realm. According to Variety, John Lithgow from The Crown and Conclave will portray Albus Dumbledore. Janet McTeer, acclaimed for Tumbleweeds and The White Queen, has been selected as Professor Minerva McGonagall. Paapa Essiedu from Gangs of London will play Professor Severus Snape, whilst Nick Frost has been chosen as Rubeus cast announcements include Luke Thallon from Leopoldstadt and Patriots as Professor Quirinus Quirrell, and British entertainer Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch. Showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod expressed their enthusiasm, stating: "We are happy to announce the casting of John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Nick Frost, Luke Thallon and Paul Whitehouse to play Dumbledore, McGonagall, Snape, Hagrid, Quirrell and Filch. We're delighted to have such extraordinary talent onboard, and we can't wait to see them bring these beloved characters to new life."The series' main characters - Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley - remain uncast despite receiving over 30,000 applications through an open audition process. Production is scheduled to commence this summer.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Harry Potter TV series to be filmed in £1 billion mini-town with new Privet Drive, claims report. Here's what we know so far
A £1billion mini-town, incorporating a school and medical centre, will serve as the filming location for the upcoming Harry Potter television series, according to a report of The Sun. As per the report, Warner Bros is expanding their studio complex in Leavesden, near Watford, Herts, building new roadways, multi-storey parking facilities and expansive hangars for set construction. The makers are even building a dedicated school facility to accommodate hundreds of young performers who need to stay there for a long-term filming schedules. Additionally, a specialised facility is reportedly being built to house various animals required for filming, including dogs, birds of prey, rodents, snakes, spiders and horses. Adjacent wasteland is being transformed into a modernised Privet Drive , featuring Tudor-style architecture, the report added. "Warner Bros are making a huge commitment to the new TV show, looking at making multiple, lengthy series over the next decade," an industry source told The Sun. Live Events US television network HBO is producing this adaptation of JK Rowling's books. While the principal cast remains unannounced, over 32,000 candidates have submitted audition recordings. The production aims to achieve success similar to Daniel Radcliffe (35), Emma Watson (35), and Rupert Grint (36), who portrayed Harry, Hermione Grainger and Ron Weasley in the film series. Harry Porter TV Series Cast HBO has earlier announced its initial cast selection for the upcoming Harry Potter series, revealing actors who will portray significant characters from the magical realm. According to Variety, John Lithgow from The Crown and Conclave will portray Albus Dumbledore. Janet McTeer, acclaimed for Tumbleweeds and The White Queen, has been selected as Professor Minerva McGonagall. Paapa Essiedu from Gangs of London will play Professor Severus Snape, whilst Nick Frost has been chosen as Rubeus Hagrid. Additional cast announcements include Luke Thallon from Leopoldstadt and Patriots as Professor Quirinus Quirrell, and British entertainer Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch. Showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod expressed their enthusiasm, stating: "We are happy to announce the casting of John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Nick Frost, Luke Thallon and Paul Whitehouse to play Dumbledore, McGonagall, Snape, Hagrid, Quirrell and Filch. We're delighted to have such extraordinary talent onboard, and we can't wait to see them bring these beloved characters to new life." The series' main characters - Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley - remain uncast despite receiving over 30,000 applications through an open audition process. Production is scheduled to commence this summer.
See - Sada Elbalad
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
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HBO Reveals First Cast Members for "Harry Potter" Series
Yara Sameh HBO has confirmed the first cast members for the highly-anticipated 'Harry Potter' TV series. The cast now includes the following series regulars: John Lithgow ('Conclave,' 'The Crown') as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer ('Tumbleweeds,' 'The White Queen') as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu ('I May Destroy You,' 'Gangs of London') as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost ('Shaun of the Dead,' 'Hot Fuzz') as Rubeus Hagrid. It had previously been reported that all four actors were in talks for the show. In addition, Luke Thallon (Tom Stoppard's 'Leopoldstadt,' Rupert Goold's 'Patriots') has joined in the recurring role of Quirinus Quirrell. Paul Whitehouse ('The Fast Show,' 'Harry & Paul') will appear in the recurring role of Argus Filch. 'We are happy to announce the casting of John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Nick Frost, Luke Thallon and Paul Whitehouse to play Dumbledore, McGonagall, Snape, Hagrid, Quirrell and Filch,' said Francesca Gardiner, showrunner and executive producer, and Mark Mylod, director of multiple episodes and executive producer. 'We're delighted to have such extraordinary talent onboard, and we can't wait to see them bring these beloved characters to new life.' These are the first confirmed actors for the highly-anticipated series. When it comes to the main roles — Harry, Ron, and Hermione — HBO launched an open casting call in the fall, with over 30,000 submissions. The show is expected to begin filming this summer. HBO is describing the show as a 'faithful adaptation' of the globally recognized J.K. Rowling book series. 'Exploring every corner of the wizarding world, each season will bring 'Harry Potter' and its incredible adventures to new and existing audiences,' per the official description. The series is written and executive produced by Gardiner, who also serves as showrunner. Mylod will executive produce and direct multiple episodes of the series for HBO in association with Brontë Film and TV and Warner Bros. Television. The series is executive produced by Rowling, Neil Blair, and Ruth Kenley-Letts of Brontë Film and TV, and David Heyman of Heyday Films. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Arts & Culture Arwa Gouda Gets Married (Photos)
