Dominic McLaughlin's HBO Series Harry Potter Cast, Release Date & More

Wait, who’s playing Harry Potter in the new HBO series?!” That’s the exact question every Potter fan is asking right now.

After all these years of rewatching the movies, we finally have a fresh take on J.K. Rowling’s magical world — and a brand new boy with glasses, a lightning scar, and a destiny. Meet Dominic McLaughlin, the 12-year-old Scottish actor who’s stepping into the famous Gryffindor robes.

Dominic is exactly the same age as Daniel Radcliffe was when he first brought Harry to life in The Philosopher’s Stone. Isn’t that a perfect full-circle moment? Fans are buzzing after HBO dropped the first look of Dominic on set at Warner Bros. 

So grab your Butterbeer, because we’re diving into everything you need to know about the HBO Harry Potter TV series, Dominic McLaughlin, and why fans can’t stop talking about it.

Who Is Dominic McLaughlin?

Dominic McLaughlin is a Scottish actor who began his career at the Performance Academy Scotland, where he has been studying for the past five years. The school was thrilled when they found out Dominic secured the role of Harry, releasing a statement that stated: 'We are uncertain this will ever seem real, but we mentioned from the beginning that Dominic was the ideal Harry, and we are excited for others to see it soon, too.'

Dominic McLaughlin is 12 years old. This is precisely the same age Daniel Radcliffe was when he assumed the role of Harry Potter in the Philosopher's Stone.

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HBO TV Series Harry Potter Announcement

The highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series has officially begun production at Warner Bros. On Monday, the creators unveiled the initial glimpse of Dominic McLaughlin portraying Harry Potter.

HBO has revealed that filming for the Harry Potter TV series has already begun. They also revealed an initial glimpse of Dominic McLaughlin portraying Harry Potter.

 

 

 

 

 

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Dominic McLaughlin Portraying Harry Potter

In the recently released image, Dominic is shown dressed in the iconic Hogwarts attire, featuring Harry’s distinctive round glasses. He stands on set next to a clapboard, signifying the beginning of filming. The caption on HBO's official post stated, "First-year students, move forward." The original Harry Potter series from HBO is currently in production.

Harry Potter TV Series Cast

The cast of the show has high expectations to meet. The Harry Potter movie series showcased several of Britain's most esteemed actors, including Dame Maggie Smith and Alan Rickman.

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How many seasons will the series have?

The Harry Potter franchise is poised for growth with the upcoming series on HBO Max The show is expected to run for the next ten years and will include seven seasons, one for each book. The first season will premiere in early 2027, and production started this week.

HBO Max has assured fans that the series will be a “loyal adaptation of the cherished Harry Potter book collection.”

Looks like the magic is ready to begin again — with new faces, new adventures, and the same timeless charm of Hogwarts. Get ready to say, “I solemnly swear that I am up to no good,” all over again!

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