HBO Max Launches Official 'Harry Potter' Film Podcast Ahead of New TV Series
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HBO Max is launching 'Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast' on May 19, offering a deep dive into the original eight films. Hosted by critic Rhianna Dhillon, the weekly series will feature two 60-minute episodes per movie, totaling 16 hours of content. The launch coincides with the 25th anniversary of the first film and precedes a new 'Harry Potter' TV series set for Christmas 2026.
Facts First
- HBO Max is launching 'Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast' on May 19 with a two-episode segment on the first film.
- The weekly podcast will feature two episodes per film for a total of approximately 16 hours of content.
- Host Rhianna Dhillon will be joined by rotating co-hosts and special behind-the-scenes guests in a 'Magic Makers' segment.
- The audio version will be available on all major platforms, while a video version will be exclusive to HBO Max.
- The podcast launch precedes a new HBO 'Harry Potter' TV series with an all-new cast scheduled for Christmas 2026.
What Happened
HBO Max is launching a new podcast titled 'Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast' on May 19. The podcast will cover the original eight 'Harry Potter' movies, beginning with a special two-episode segment about 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone'. New episodes will be released weekly, with each episode running approximately 60 minutes. The podcast is produced by HBO Max in partnership with Pod People.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of the 'Harry Potter' films, you now have a new, official source for behind-the-scenes stories and analysis. The podcast may provide fresh insights into the movies you enjoy, with access to special guests from the entertainment world. Its availability on all major audio platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify makes it easy to add to your weekly listening routine. The launch also signals continued investment in the franchise, which could lead to more related content in the future.
What's Next
Following the May 19 launch, new podcast episodes will be released weekly. The full series of 16 episodes will explore each of the eight films in detail. This podcast appears to be part of a broader strategy by HBO Max to build engagement with the 'Harry Potter' brand ahead of the planned HBO original TV series, which is set to debut with an all-new cast in Christmas 2026.