'Variety' reports that the announcement was made on April 12 during a Warner Bros.
Discovery presentation.
It will be a "decade-long series produced
with the same epic craft, love and care this global franchise is known for.".
It was also revealed that HBO Max and Discovery+ will combine to become Max.
We are delighted to give audiences the opportunity to discover Hogwarts in a whole new way, Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO & Max Content, via statement.
In partnership with Warner Bros.
Television and J.K.
Rowling, this new Max Original series will dive deep into each of the iconic books that fans have continued to enjoy for all of these years, Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO & Max Content, via statement.
J.K.
Rowling will serve as
one of the executive producers.
Max’s commitment to preserving the integrity of my books is important to me, and I’m looking forward to being part of this new adaptation which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long form television series, J.K.
Rowling, 'Harry Potter' author, via statement.
In addition to seven 'Harry Potter' books, there have been eight films.
In addition to seven 'Harry Potter' books, there have been eight films.
Each of the books was a bestseller, and the movies grossed over $7.7 billion globally.
There are also theme park attractions, toys, video games, Broadway shows and more dedicated to the franchise.
There are also theme park attractions, toys, video games, Broadway shows and more dedicated to the franchise.
There are also theme park attractions, toys, video games, Broadway shows and more dedicated to the franchise.
Amazon Prime , Video Ads Are Here.
As of Jan. 29, Amazon Prime subscribers are being forced to pay another $3 per month if they'd like to watch content without ads, Gizmodo reports.
The new monthly fee is in addition to the
$139 a year Prime subscribers already pay. .
The new monthly fee is in addition to the
$139 a year Prime subscribers already pay. .
According to Gizmodo, ads on Prime Video signify "the end of an era in streaming.".
The implementation of the new structure means that the five biggest U.S. streaming services each have ads now.
The last few years have seen Netflix, Disney+, Paramount+ and Max introduce ads as well. .
Gizmodo reports that streamers can really only
keep growing by raising subscription prices and introducing ads, so that's what they're doing. .
Apple TV+ is one of the last major services that doesn't have ads, Gizmodo reports.
As streaming becomes more costly
and filled with advertisements, studios
are investing less in additional content. .
In 2023, Netflix produced 130 fewer shows compared to 2022, according to 'Bloomberg.'.
Industry analysts report that competitors
are taking a similar approach
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Timothée Chalamet Signs Multi-Year , First Look Deal With Warner Bros.
The 'Dune' and 'Wonka' star recently became the first actor in over 40 years "to star in the top two domestic-grossing films released in
an 8-month period," Deadline reports. .
The 'Dune' and 'Wonka' star recently became the first actor in over 40 years "to star in the top two domestic-grossing films released in
an 8-month period," Deadline reports. .
Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group co-Chairs
and CEOs Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy hammered out the company's newest multi-year
first look film deal with the Oscar nominee. .
Over the last few years, we
have admired not only Timothée’s
commitment to his craft, which
is evident in the range and
depth of his varied roles, , Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
... but also his unwavering
dedication to give 100% of his
time and attention to every
project he has made here at
Warner Bros. and elsewhere. , Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
His collaboration on the campaigns
for 'Dune' and 'Wonka' is something
we all enjoyed immensely, and
the results speak for themselves. , Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
We continue to build for the future
of the theatrical film business at
Warner Bros. Discovery and are
thrilled Timothée has chosen our
studio to be his creative home, Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy, Warner Bros. Motion
Picture Group co-chairs and CEOs, via statement.
Chalamet also issued a statement.
Working with Mike De Luca, Pam Abdy
and their teams on 'Wonka' and 'Dune'
over these last few years has been
a deeply rewarding experience. , Timothée Chalamet, via statement.
These are studio heads who believe
in real movie making, and I’m so
grateful for their support as an
actor, producer and collaborator. , Timothée Chalamet, via statement.
This partnership feels like a
natural next step. Let’s go!, Timothée Chalamet, via statement.
'Dune: Part Two' has grossed over $575 million worldwide so far. 'Wonka' grossed $632 million.
'Dune: Part Two' has grossed over $575 million worldwide so far. 'Wonka' grossed $632 million.
Chalamet is currently filming 'A Complete Unknown,' starring as Bob Dylan and serving as a producer.
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Actor Will Forte has posted an open letter to the cast and crew of 'Coyote vs. Acme' after he finally got to watch his own film. This news comes amid heavy rumors the film is officially dead following Warner Bros. Discovery's recent quarterly report that included a mysterious $115 million tax write-off. Forte's comments also seem to confirm that the movie will not be released.
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The 'Harry Potter' TV series is aiming to debut in 2026 on Max. The date was revealed Friday morning by David Zaslav during Warner Bros. Discovery's fourth-quarter earnings call. He said, "We've not been shy about our excitement around Harry Potter. The last film was made more than a dozen years ago." Zaslav also revealed that he recently met with 'Harry Potter' creator J.K. Rowling in London.
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Something wicked this way comes on Super Bowl Sunday. The first trailer for Wicked arrived, with the trailer showing off part one of a two-part adaptation of the Broadway musical.
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Many stars paid tribute to Chita Rivera, the showstopping Broadway legend who sadly died at the age of 91. Rivera's daughter announced in a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter that Rivera died Tuesday in New York following a brief illness. The two-time Tony Award winner was known as a triple threat and stage icon who originated some of musical theater's most iconic characters.
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Chita Rivera was one of Broadway's most celebrated stars, known for her successful theatre career spanning nearly seven decades. Some of her most notable roles include Anita in "West Side Story" and Rose in "Bye Bye Birdie".
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A ‘Harry Potter’ TV series is officially moving forward at HBO Max. The announcement was made during Warner Bros. Discovery’s presentation to the press and investors on April 12, during which it..