Brace yourself for a first glimpse of the young wizard destined to save the magical world. Dominic McLaughlin brings a fresh spark of HBO’s epic adaptation to life.
Dominic McLaughlin: a star is born
Just a few months ago, Dominic McLaughlin was an unknown drama student; today he’s the face of Harry Potter. At 11, this Scottish talent—trained at the Performance Academy Scotland—already boasts impressive stage credentials. Last year he stole scenes as young Macduff in Simon Godwin’s Macbeth opposite Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma . On screen, he’s set to appear in Grow (alongside Nick Frost) and lead the BBC’s Gifted. After auditioning 30,000 hopefuls, HBO tapped Dominic in May 2025, convinced his blend of wide-eyed charm and steely resolve was just right.
A series faithful to the original work
HBO and Warner Bros have pledged to devote one season to each of J.K. Rowling’s seven novels—an ambitious plan stretching across ten years of storytelling . Filming has begun in London under showrunner Francesca Gardiner (Succession, His Dark Materials). Recent casting news confirms Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom, Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley and Anton Lesser as Garrick Ollivander . Arabella Stanton, Alastair Stout and John Lithgow complete the core trio of Hermione, Ron and Dumbledore, ensuring a blend of fresh faces and seasoned pros.
Looking ahead to 2027
With the premiere set for 2027, now’s the time to reacquaint yourself with every spell, potion and Plot Twist™. Whether you’re a lifelong Potterhead or stepping through Platform 9¾ for the first time, this new adaptation promises to be the definitive way to experience the magic.
