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Weasley Twins Want Missing Book Scenes in HBO's Harry Potter
2 Nov
Summary
- Actors want gnome-tossing scene included in the new TV adaptation.
- They hope Fred Weasley's death scene is shown in the series.
- The Phelps brothers offered to guide the new actors playing their roles.
Actors Oliver and James Phelps, known for portraying Fred and George Weasley, have shared their desires for HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series, which is slated for a Christmas Day 2026 release. They hope the show, aiming for a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling's books, will incorporate scenes that were omitted from the film adaptations.
Specifically, Oliver Phelps expressed a wish to see the comedic moment where Mrs. Weasley instructs the twins and Ron to remove gnomes from the garden as a form of punishment after their rescue of Harry. The brothers also believe that depicting Fred Weasley's death during the Battle of Hogwarts, rather than just showing the aftermath, would better convey the story's tragedy.
The Phelps twins have also offered assistance to Tristan and Gabriel Harland, the actors cast as the new Weasley twins. They advise their successors to enjoy the role, emphasizing the fun and levity the characters bring to the narrative, which serves to diffuse tension. They hope the new actors will successfully capture this essence.
The new Harry Potter series is planned to span 10 episodes per book, offering ample opportunity to explore both major and minor book details previously unseen in the films. Fans can anticipate the potential inclusion of such cherished moments.
