Harry Potter Season 1: All about the release, trailer, cast, and more for the new series

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13 years have passed since the release of the last “Harry Potter” film. Now HBO wants to reimagine the famous story – this time as a series. Everything you need to know about Season 1 so far can be found here.

Note: The article was updated on 10.11.2026. The structure has been adjusted.
What kind of series is this?

HBO, the company behind series hits like Game of Thrones, is currently working on a new adaptation of the Harry Potter book series by J. K. Rowling. The adaptation begins with the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.

The new adaptation will be filmed with a completely new cast.

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Harry Potter Season 1: Everything about the Release, Trailer, and Streaming

When does Season 1 of Harry Potter start?

The first season of Harry Potter starts on December 25, 2026, on HBO Max.

Is there a trailer for Season 1 of Harry Potter?

On September 2, 2026, the first trailer was released. You can watch it here:

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The first trailer of the series about Harry Potter shows the allocation of houses

Where can you watch the “Harry Potter” series?

The series will be available on HBO Max with a subscription.
It is the streaming service from Warner Bros., which only launched in Germany in January 2026. Everything you need to know about the possible storyline of Season 1 can be found on the next page.

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