Filming is reportedly in full swing in the U.K. for HBO’s highly anticipated “Harry Potter” series, with casting still underway as the studio gradually unveils its roster of young wizards. The latest announcement introduces four of the Weasley siblings — Fred, George, Percy and Ginny — expanding the growing on-screen family.
HBO shared the news Tuesday on social media with a picture featuring Alastair Stout, already confirmed as Ron Weasley, alongside his newly cast siblings: Tristan Harland as Fred, Gabriel Harland as George, Ruari Spooner as Percy and Gracie Cochran as Ginny.
The post cheekily noted that eldest brother Charlie remains “in Romania,” a nod to the character’s dragon-taming storyline, but teased that he’ll join the rest of the family soon.
As previously reported by the Deseret News, the series’ cornerstone trio was revealed back in May: Arabella Stanton will step into the role of Hermione Granger, Dominic McLaughlin takes on Harry Potter and Stout rounds out the group as Ron. This young cast will carry the weight of reintroducing the beloved story to a new generation.
Other characters that have already been cast include the Dursleys, with Bel Powley as Petunia and Daniel Rigby as Vernon, and the Malfoys, with Lox Pratt as Draco and Johnny Flynn as Lucius, as well as several other Hogwarts students.
As reported by Variety, production on the first season is expected to continue through spring 2026, with work on Season 2 beginning shortly after. HBO has set a 2027 premiere for the series, which will be available on both HBO and HBO Max. Filming locations across the U.K. are reportedly including both studio sets and historic locations to recreate Hogwarts and other familiar settings from the books.
The show is under the direction of writer Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod, both celebrated for their work on “Succession.” Executive producers include J.K. Rowling, along with Neil Blair and Ruth Kenley-Letts of Brontë Film and TV, and David Heyman, who also produced the original Warner Bros. “Harry Potter” films.
Additional casting announcements, including characters from Hogwarts staff, magical creatures and other supporting roles, are expected in the coming months as the production continues. HBO has already shared a few behind-the-scenes photos from production, per Variety. The most notable featured a sneak peek of McLaughlin as Harry.