Harry Potter TV Series: No Reunion for Original Cast

Despite dreams of a Harry Potter cast reunion, the original film's director, Chris Columbus, says it won't happen, citing the controversy surrounding JK Rowling's comments. Columbus has distanced himself while maintaining connections with the original cast. Meanwhile, HBO's TV adaptation progresses without the iconic trio.

As the much-anticipated Harry Potter television series enters production, speculation over a reunion of the original cast, including stars Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, has been quashed. Chris Columbus, who directed the initial two films, rejected the possibility in a report by Variety.

Columbus, who had previously shown interest in adapting the Broadway play 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' for the big screen, now finds returning to the franchise 'impossible' due to controversy surrounding creator JK Rowling's remarks on the trans community. He lamented, 'It's never going to happen. It's gotten so complicated with all the political stuff,' he explained, noting the differing opinions within the cast and Rowling herself.

Despite not having spoken to Rowling in a decade, Columbus maintains a close relationship with the film's original young stars. 'I haven't spoken to Miss Rowling in a decade or so, but I keep very close contact with Daniel Radcliffe, and I just spoke to him a few days ago,' he shared.

This isn't Columbus's first remark distancing himself from directing another Potter film. At the London premiere of 'Thursday Murder Club,' he reiterated that his journey with Harry Potter had concluded.

Meanwhile, HBO forges ahead with its television adaptation of J.K. Rowling's beloved series, planning a season for each book. The new cast has been announced, featuring Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout as Harry, Hermione, and Ron, offering a fresh take on the iconic characters.

(With inputs from agencies.)