Behind the scenes of HBO's Harry Potter! Kynance Cove, Cornwall, hosts Dumbledore, Nicolas Flamel, and Perenelle Flamel. This faithful adaptation, led by Gardiner and Mylod, is set to premiere in early 2027, bringing the magic to life.
For Warner bros Discovery. John Lithgow in costume as Albus Dumbledore, Lambert Wilson seen here as the creator of The Philosopher's Stone, Nicolas Flamel, Character Perenelle Flamel is seen sharing an oyster with Dumbledore and her husband Nicolas. while Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby have been cast as Petunia and Vernon Dursley. The production has already drawn attention for its commitment to book accuracy, including character ages and a deeper exploration of Hogwarts lore.
Kynance Cove in Cornwall, UK, is the backdrop to this scene.
Filming began in July 2025 at Leavesden Studios, with additional scenes shot at locations including London Zoo and Hayes. The series is set to premiere on HBO in early 2027. The HBO series marks a major reboot of the Harry Potter franchise, promising a decade-long, faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s seven-book saga. Each season will cover one book in depth, allowing for richer storytelling and character development than the original films.
Showrunner Francesca Gardiner (Succession) and director Mark Mylod (Game of Thrones) are leading the creative team, with Rowling herself serving as executive producer alongside Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts, and David Heyman.
Still Pictures are of John Lithgow as white bearded Dumbeldore
Lambert Wilson as Nicolas Flamel, and an as-yet-unidentified actor playing Perenelle Flamel.