The long-speculated ‘Harry Potter’ television series is finally inching closer to becoming a reality with J.K. Rowling in talks to produce.
As per an exclusive report from a foreign-based media outlet, the American entertainment giant Warner Bros. is in talks with author J.K. Rowling, who holds creative control over any exploitation of her work, to join as the producer for series based on the acclaimed fantasy franchise.
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While more details are still under wraps, the report suggests that the project is in the early stage at the moment, and the makers will start hunting for a writer following Rowling’s confirmation to be on board.
Reportedly, the series will be directly based on the author’s best-selling book series, with each of the seasons following the seven novels in the series, suggesting that the show will continue for years at the studio.
The ‘Harry Potter’ series will be produced by Warner Bros. Television.
While the HBO Max rep declined to comment to the publication, it is being said that the Warner Bros Discovery CEO, David Zaslav has been meeting Rowling over the last few months to lock the deal, which will give the latter a degree of creative involvement in the project, however, she will not serve as a primary creator or showrunner on the series.
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Reportedly, the studio is looking to house the series under their streaming banner HBO Max, soon to be combined with Discovery+ and rebranded under a new name.
The new deal comes as the studio gears for the investors and general public presentation on April 12. The event will highlight the merger of HBO Max and Discovery+, in addition to the company’s streaming slate.
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