Warner Bros. wants the new series they are developing from the Harry Potter universe to connect to the continuation of the successful Hogwarts game
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is betting on a coherent and shared narrative across its television series Harry Potter in development and the sequel to the hit video game The Hogwarts Legacy. This vision was recently shared by David Haddad, president of the company, who confirmed that both projects will work in a coordinated manner to expand the magical universe that many fans have followed for years.
A long-term project
During the MIPCOM event in October, Channing Dungey, president of Warner Bros. Television Group, noted that the series will offer a deeper exploration of the story that wasn’t possible in the two-hour films. With an expected runtime of a decade, each season will focus on a specific book, ensuring that the details and nuances of JK Rowling’s original work remain faithful and well-represented. “It’s a dream come true,” Dungey said, noting that each season will allow for rich, detailed storytelling that resonates with both current and future generations.
The alignment work between the video game and the series also has a clear goal: to connect emotionally with fans of all ages. According to Haddad, at Warner Bros. they have discovered that the essence of the fan of Harry Potter does not change drastically with age; They are simply looking for authentic and exciting experiences in the world of Hogwarts.. With this in mind, the sequel to The Hogwarts Legacy will share key narrative elements with the HBO series, creating an immersive experience that promises to keep the magic alive.
The new generations on the screen and in video games
From the first appearance of Harry Potter In 1997, the series did not stop growing and reinventing itself. The story of The boy who lived has captivated multiple generations and this new approach promises to further expand its legacy. On this occasion, the protagonist will not only be present in the HBO series, but also in the sequel The Hogwarts Legacya video game that has become a sales phenomenon in 2023reaching both young people and adults. The mixture of deep narrative Yes interactive worlds will allow fans to relive Harry’s adventures, but now from a unique perspective.
Thanks to the collaboration between both productions, the magical universe becomes more cohesive and rich, showing that the story of Harry and his friends is still as it is current and powerful as in its first episodes, but adapted to current times.
The series and video game aren’t just about expanding the narrative Harry Potterbut also delve deeper into the characters surrounding the main story. The Hogwarts Legacyin its original version, it allowed players to explore unexplored corners of Hogwarts and interact with fascinating secondary characters. Now, the sequel will coordinate with the series to better connect these characters to the overall narrative. This approach will appeal not only to longtime fans, but also will capture the attention of a new audience who seek adventure interactive and excitingmaking the magical universe an experience transmedia complete.
Expand the young wizard’s legacy
The series, led by screenwriter and showrunner Francesca Gardiner (Succession, His Dark Materials), promises to bring to the screen not only a faithful adaptation, but also a renewed vision of the magical world. It will feature seasoned directors like Mark Mylod (game of Thrones, The last of us) and a team of executive producers including JK Rowling, Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts and David Heyman. This team of creatives is determined to bring the magic that has captivated millions of people around the world to a new level, offering a unique visual and emotional experience.
Warner Bros. is committed to engaging both longtime fans and new audiences with a focus on fidelity to the original material, while seeking to innovate and surprise with this new production.