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Updated(4): Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson reunite for Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts

There were already rumours, but Warner Bros. announced it today: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson reunite on 1st January 2022 for a retrospective special called Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts on HBO Max.

It drops at midnight on New Year's Day and will also debut on WarnerMedia’s TBS and Cartoon Network in spring 2022. International release info is coming soon for those where HBO Max is not yet available.

Update: 1st December 2021. First international release info: Sky and NOW (UK).
Update: 5th December 2021. Daniel announced the release on HBO Max (Brazil).
Update: 28th December 2021. Daniel announced the release on HBO Go (Asia).
Update: 1st February 2021. HBO Max (NL).

Official teaser trailer:

Via the Wizarding World website:

Not only will Daniel, Rupert and Emma be making an appearance, but fans can expect to see Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Gary Oldman, Imelda Staunton, Tom Felton, James Phelps, Oliver Phelps, Mark Williams, Bonnie Wright, Alfred Enoch, Matthew Lewis, Evanna Lynch and director Christopher Columbus join in the trip down memory lane. Together, they will reminisce and help to celebrate the lasting legacy of Harry Potter and the immeasurable impact it had on fans in every corner of the globe.


There is something for every fan here – from those who have been with Harry Potter from the very beginning to those who are just discovering the wonders of the Wizarding World. Not only will you get to go behind-the-scenes of these incredible movies, but there will be in-depth interviews, never-before-seen clips, special guests and a few extra exciting surprises along the way.

From the HBO Max press release:

Tom Ascheim, the President of Warner Bros. Global Kids, Young Adults and Classics: ‘It has been an incredible journey since the debut of the Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone film, and witnessing how it has evolved into this remarkable interconnected universe has been magical to say the least. This retrospective is a tribute to everyone whose lives were touched by this cultural phenomenon – from the talented cast and crew who poured their heart and soul into this extraordinary film franchise to the passionate fans who continue to keep the Wizarding World spirit alive 20 years later.’

Executive producer Casey Patterson: “There’s magic in the air here with this incredible cast, as they all return home to the original sets of Hogwarts, where they began 20 years ago. The excitement is palpable as they prepare to take their fans on a very special and personal journey, through the making of these incredible films,”

The special is produced by Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London—The Making of Harry Potter. It's executive produced by Casey Patterson Entertainment and Pulse Films.

Cast photo via the press release:


Today marks exactly 20 years since the release of the first Harry Potter film in US and UK cinemas.

Photos: YouTube/HBO Max, Warner Bros.

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