Harry Potter Series Gaining Momentum

After years of speculation, it appears that a Harry Potter TV series for HBO Max is finally gaining momentum. According to Deadline, Warner Bros is in talks with author JK Rowling to join the project as a producer, with creative control over any exploitation of her work. The idea is for each season of the series to focus on one book in the Harry Potter book series, which consists of seven novels. Once Rowling comes on board, the project, which is in its nascent stages, is expected to look for a writer. Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav has emphasized the importance of franchises and has identified mining the Harry Potter IP as a priority. In the past, Warner Bros has had success with Harry Potter-themed events and products, including a reunion special and a video game. With Rowling on board, the Harry Potter TV series for HBO Max is one step closer to becoming a reality.