No amount of magic is enough for Potterheads. Be it the generation that grew up with books and movies, or the ones who were introduced to the franchise later. Over the years, many moments and characters have become staples for the fandom. Later this year, a new generation will be introduced to Harry, Ron, and Hermione and their magical Wizarding World as HBO rolls out the new Harry Potter series.
The series, showrun by Francesca Gardiner and directed by Mark Mylod, promises nostalgia and is adamant to flesh out elements of the books that didn’t get screen time during the original movies, be it characters like the poltergeist Peeves or Harry’s life with the Dursleys before he got his letter, as teased in the trailer. To remind fans of the nostalgia and the wonderful world filled with magic and mayhem before the new series arrives, Funko has launched a new line assembling the Dark Lord’s faithful servants.
Fans will soon find Pops of Fenrir Greyback, Bellatrix Lestrange, Lucius Malfoy, and a Death Eater. For fans who’d love to start right away with their collection, figurines of Harry Potter with Hedwig, Aberforth Dumbledore with Mirror Shard, and Severus Snape with Patronus are available right now. The figurines make a perfect addition to any fan's collection.
After careful deliberation, the Sorting Hat has made its decision. This is the house your values, your instincts, and your particular way of being in the world were made for.
You have nerve. Not the reckless kind, but the deep, quiet courage that shows up even when you're terrified — especially then.
You are driven, sharp, and utterly clear-eyed about what you want and how to get there.
You are the kind of person that makes the world genuinely better just by being in it.
Your mind is your greatest gift, and you've always known it.
Enough to get us excited, but not enough to keep guessing. The series has gathered a brilliant cast, including Dominic McLaughlin as the titular character, with Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger. Further filling the staffroom are John Lithgow as headmaster Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer stepping into the shoes of Minerva McGonagall, and Paapa Essiedu as iconic double agent Severus Snape, along with Nick Frost as loveable gameskeeper Rubeus Hagrid.
In the longer TV series format, the makers are filling in some blanks with behind-the-scenes images showcasing Dumbledore meeting his friend Nicolas Flamel and his wife; some images also show Harry’s parents, James and Lily. With small elements such as these, even longtime fans will get something fresh in the reboot. Furthermore, some ignored characters like Peeves, who’ll be played by Peter Serafinowicz. With season 1 already under their belt, the second season is currently filming.
The new Funko line will be out soon. The new Harry Potter series will debut on 25 December. Stay tuned to Collider for more such updates.
