HBO, JK Rowling and Harry Potter

HBO stands by JK Rowling amid progressive furor over her trans views
HBO issued a statement clarifying it stands by "Harry Potter" series creator J.K. Rowling amid the backlash against her for her views on trans issues.
WB Issues Statement About JK Rowling And The ‘Harry Potter’ HBO Show
Another Harry Potter project, another round of controversy about its author, JK Rowling. Ahead of an HBO reboot series of Harry Potter, currently spooling up its production and casting process, WB Discovery has met the issue of Rowling head on and…expressed unwavering support of the author.
HBO sternly addresses JK Rowling complaints as new Harry Potter series nears production
HBO has issued a statement on JK Rowling amid concerns about her involvement with a new Harry Potter series. The premium cable network is producing a show based on Rowling’s novels, and it will be a more in-depth adaptation of the film franchise that starred Daniel Radcliffe as the boy wizard.
J.K. Rowling has 'right to express' views about trans people, HBO says amid 'Potter' casting
As casting for a "Harry Potter" TV show is underway, HBO is supporting Executive Producer J.K. Rowling, who's been criticized for anti-trans rhetoric.
HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Refuses To Cut JK Rowling From Upcoming Project Despite Controversial Personal Views
The most successful author in the world turned out to become the most controversial when she took a hard and fast stance against certain trans ideologies. She believed that trans women are men and trans men are women.
Harry Potter fans ‘incredibly disappointed’ after HBO says JK Rowling has right to ‘personal views’
HBO has faced backlash after telling fans JK Rowling has a right to her ‘personal views’ after confirming her involvement in the Harry Potter series. The new TV series, from showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod – will re-adapt the bestselling children’s fantasy franhcise with a fresh new cast.
JK Rowling’s Involvement in HBO’s Harry Potter Reboot Still Doesn’t Shield It From the Biggest Risk She Carries
Over the past years, there have been a lot of talks about reviving the fantasy franchise after the saga concluded in 2011. Now, we are definitely getting another shot at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter through a long-form television series.
How Involved Is JK Rowling's In HBO's Harry Potter TV Series?
HBO's highly anticipated Harry Potter series has generated plenty of attention and excitement among muggles worldwide, and the brain behind the entire story, JK Rowling, is involved in creating it. Rowling has previously been confirmed as an Executive ...
HBO Reveals J.K. Rowling's Participation In Upcoming 'Harry Potter' Series
As the cloak of invisibility starts to slowly get lifted, more details are being revealed surrounding J.K. Rowling’s involvement in the upcoming “Harry Potter” TV series. In a recent statement from HBO provided to Variety and The Wrap,
HBO Stands By J.K. Rowling Ahead of 'Harry Potter' Show, Says She Has 'Right to Express Her Personal Views'
The television network called Rowling's involvement "invaluable" to the project, slated to debut between late 2026 and early 2027.
Harry Potter: HBO Responds to Criticism Over J.K. Rowling's Involvement
T he production of a new Harry Potter series by HBO has sparked a heated debate among fans of the saga. Now under the umbrella of Warner Bros Discovery, the network has issued a s
HBO confirms J.K. Rowling will be involved in new ‘Harry Potter’ series
As production begins on HBO’s “Harry Potter” TV series, the network has confirmed plans to involve J.K. Rowling, the author ...
JK Rowling Has Been ‘Fairly Involved’ in HBO’s Harry Potter Series, but It ‘Hasn’t Affected’ the Casting or Staff
HBO CEO Casey Bloys said JK Rowling has been 'fairly involved' in the planned 'Harry Potter' series, but it 'hasn't affected' ...
JK Rowling is back in favor at HBO, fighting back anti-woke forces
Amber Duke and Nial Stanage react to HBO's move to tap J.K. Rowling to help them with a new Harry Potter TV series.