Harry Potter will have a reboot in the form of a television series and fans are already complaining
- January 21, 2025
- Updated: January 21, 2025 at 8:26 PM
HBO has announced a reboot of the iconic Harry Potter series, which has generated a whirlwind of emotions among fans. While some are excited about the possibility of reliving the magical story, others feel apprehension about how the new casting will be handled, especially regarding the profile of the actors who will portray beloved characters like Harry, Ron, and Hermione.
We don’t have a cast yet, but people are already talking about forced inclusion
The casting call, which emphasizes diversity and inclusion, seeks actors regardless of their ethnicity, gender, or disability. This initiative has sparked an intense debate on social media. Some fans have expressed concern about possible changes to the physical characteristics of the characters, such as the Weasleys’ hair color, considered iconic. “I can’t imagine Ron without his red hair,” commented a fan in a forum.
Despite the insistence of some fans that fidelity to the original character descriptions should be a priority, others believe that the most important thing is the quality of the casting. “I don’t care who is selected, as long as they do a good job,” expressed a Reddit user. However, the fear that the reboot will stray too far from the books has caused uncertainty. “The fact that there is a reboot is already difficult to accept, and making too many changes could risk not pleasing the fans,” added another commenter.
So far, no release date has been set for the series, but it is anticipated that it could take between one and two years to reach the screen. Fans will continue to wait for more details about this new adaptation that promises to bring the saga to new generations.
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