Overview

• Columbus said images of Nick Frost as Hagrid show "exactly the same costume" his team created, prompting his "What is this?" reaction on a podcast.
• He emphasized pride in the early films he made and stated he does not plan to return, while saying he is curious to see Peeves included this time.
• Recent on-set photos published by outlets including People show Frost’s Hagrid alongside new Harry actor Dominic McLaughlin during London filming.
• HBO has framed the series as a seven-season, book-by-book adaptation designed to include storylines and details omitted from the movies, with J.K. Rowling as executive producer.
• Some coverage cites a possible 2027 debut and multibillion-dollar budget for the series, though those figures are reported by limited sources.