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Flynn on 'Harry Potter' Set Amid Rowling Controversy
15 Feb
Summary
- Johnny Flynn stars as Lucius Malfoy in the upcoming Harry Potter series.
- Actors like Nick Frost and John Lithgow have also commented on Rowling's views.
- The Harry Potter TV series is slated for a 2027 debut on HBO.
Filming for HBO's Harry Potter television series, set to debut in 2027, has been underway in the U.K. since July 2025. Johnny Flynn, who is cast as Lucius Malfoy, recently discussed his experiences on set. Flynn described a positive and special atmosphere, emphasizing the strong bonds formed among the cast and crew. He also noted that his character will appear earlier than anticipated in Season 1.
Amidst production, conversations surrounding franchise creator J.K. Rowling and her views on transgender people have continued. Flynn acknowledged these as "important" discussions. Other actors involved with the show have also weighed in. Nick Frost, cast as Hagrid, stated that while Rowling is entitled to her opinion, it does not align with his own. John Lithgow, who plays Albus Dumbledore, expressed dismay over negative reactions to his involvement with the project, finding Rowling's views ironic given the inclusive themes of the books.
While J.K. Rowling is not directly involved in the daily production of the series, she did review scripts and had input on casting. Despite public discussions, the cast, including Flynn, aims to focus on their positive experiences with the work and the source material.
