Daniel Radcliffe reveals what he thinks of new Harry Potter reboot
Daniel Radcliffe (photo: Getty Images)
Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe commented on the reboot of the iconic story about the young wizard, set to premiere on HBO in 2027. He shared whether he had discussed the series with Emma Watson and Rupert Grint and revealed his emotional reaction to the remake, according to People.
Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe comments on upcoming reboot
Daniel Radcliffe, the actor who famously portrayed the young wizard for 10 years, has shared his thoughts on the reboot of the iconic story, set to premiere on HBO in 2027. He revealed whether he discussed the series with Emma Watson and Rupert Grint and opened up about his emotional reaction to the remake.
Radcliffe expressed that the start of this new era, with a fresh cast, feels surreal. He and his former co-stars, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, have talked about the reboot, though they didn’t delve deeply into the series itself.
“It's one of those where I think we all just know how the others feel, because we're also feeling it. You just see the pictures of these kids, and you just want to grab them and hug them. That's the impulse that I think that we, mainly, all have,” Radcliffe commented, reflecting on the emotions stirred by the new cast stepping into roles they once made their own.
Harry Potter stars reflect on the reboot (photo: Getty Images)
Daniel Radcliffe admitted that watching the young actors made him reconsider his own experience.
“When you're 11, and you're doing something, you're like, 'Of course I'm old enough to do this — I'm the oldest I've ever been.' But now when I meet 11-year-olds, I am like, 'Whoa, that seems nuts.' It puts into perspective,” he shared.
The actor also expressed special gratitude to his parents, who helped him get through the exhausting years of work with support and humor.
Daniel Radcliffe on the Harry Potter reboot (photo: Getty Images)
What is known about the Harry Potter series
Production of the HBO project began in July. The series promises to explore J.K. Rowling’s books in greater depth and detail, with Rowling also involved as an executive producer.
Each season is expected to cover one book. The main trio will be played by Dominic MacLaflin (Harry), Alastair Stout (Ron), and Arabella Stanton (Hermione).
Earlier, we reported on who will play Hagrid in the new Harry Potter series, as well as the actor cast as Dumbledore.
