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HBO’s new Harry Potter series still hasn’t premiered, but the rollout is already moving fast. Just days after the first teaser arrived, HBO has now announced a full behind-the-scenes special that will give fans an early look at how this new version of Hogwarts is coming together. That alone says a lot about how big a swing this show is for the studio. It also gives audiences a chance to see the craft side of the project before the series itself lands in 2027.
The special is called Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic, and it will debut on Sunday, April 5 at 8:00 p.m. in the UK on HBO Max. In the U.S., it will hit HBO Max at 3:00 p.m. ET / 12:00 p.m. PT, before also airing on HBO later that evening at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. The synopsis can be found below.
It’s been 25 years since audiences first walked the hallowed halls of Hogwarts. Now, this exclusive special offers an inside look at the epic scale and meticulous care behind HBO’s new Harry Potter series – told through the lens of the artists, craftspeople, and technicians bringing J.K. Rowling’s beloved books to life for a new generation. Featuring interviews with members of the casting, production design, costume design, and creature effects teams, the special chronicles the extensive process behind finding our new Harry, Ron, and Hermione – while celebrating the awe-inspiring commitment to detail and immense talent that has come together to fill out this extraordinary world. With appearances from key cast members including John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, and Paapa Essiedu, and narrated by Nick Frost, FINDING HARRY: THE CRAFT BEHIND THE MAGIC explores the exciting new era of one of the most enduring stories of our time.
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