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Daniel Radcliffe has shared that he recently sent a heartfelt letter to the young actor taking over the role of 'Harry Potter' in HBO's upcoming television adaptation, Dominic McLaughlin. Appearing on 'Good Morning America' recently, Radcliffe was asked about the new series and the 11-year-old set to step into the iconic role he first played more than two decades ago.
Daniel Radcliffe explained that he does not believe new cast members are obligated to reach out to him, but since he personally knows several people involved in the production, he felt compelled to send McLaughlin a letter of encouragement.
He said the young actor wrote back with a kind message of his own. Radcliffe added that he wants to avoid overshadowing the children starring in the series—including Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger—and hopes they can enjoy their experience without feeling the weight of past portrayals.
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Daniel Radcliffe's Good Wishes for Dominic McLaughlin
Reflecting on what he wrote, Radcliffe shared that his intention was simply to wish McLaughlin an incredible journey and to express his hope that the young star enjoys the process even more than he did.
Seeing photos of the new trio, he said he felt protective and emotional, noting how young they seem and how surreal it is to think he once played the same role at their age. Despite the nostalgia, he expressed genuine excitement for the next generation stepping into the wizarding world.
More About New 'Harry Potter' Series
The new HBO adaptation, which began production in July, will retell J.K. Rowling's seven-book saga across seven seasons and is slated to premiere in 2027. The series features a mix of new and returning talent, including John Lithgow as Dumbledore, Paapa Essiedu as Snape and Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy, while Warwick Davis reprises his role as Professor Flitwick.
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Warner Bros. Discovery previously stated that the goal is to remain faithful to the original novels while introducing the story to a new wave of viewers, with the beloved films continuing to anchor the franchise.
Although Daniel Radcliffe has made it clear he will not appear in the series, he has expressed enthusiasm about watching it as a fan. Outside the wizarding world, he is preparing for his next major stage project, 'Every Brilliant Thing,' which begins previews in February 2026 at the Hudson Theatre. Daniel Radcliffe said he felt instantly drawn to the production, describing the play as unlike anything he has worked on before and something he did not want to pass up.
HBO's 'Harry Potter' series is scheduled to arrive in 2027.
