Overview

• Newly announced voices include Kit Harington (Gilderoy Lockhart), Keira Knightley (Dolores Umbridge), Iwan Rheon (Remus Lupin), Ruth Wilson (Bellatrix Lestrange), Ambika Mod (Nymphadora Tonks), Leo Woodall (Bill Weasley), Simon Pegg (Arthur Weasley), James McAvoy (Mad-Eye Moody), Gemma Whelan (Professor Sprout) and Matt Berry (Sir Cadogan).
• Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s/Philosopher’s Stone launches Nov. 4, 2025 on Audible, with monthly releases through May 12, 2026, and preorders available now.
• Producers say recording is nearly complete after more than 2,000 hours, with over 200 performers, Dolby Atmos sound design, original music and real-world sound capture.
• Two sets of young actors will portray Harry, Ron and Hermione across the series, with one trio for books 1–3 and another for books 4–7.
• Coverage notes social media backlash connected to J. K. Rowling’s views on transgender issues, and Pottermore Publishing and Audible say additional casting will be revealed later this fall.