JK Rowling clapped back at people planning to boycott the upcoming Harry Potter TV show. The author uploaded a tweet in which she said that she is taking precautions by laying out a “large stock of champagne.” The author wrote:
“Dreadful news, which I feel duty bound to share. Activists in my mentions are trying to organize yet another boycott of my work, this time of the Harry Potter TV show. As forewarned is forearmed, I’ve taken the precaution of laying in a large stock of champagne.”
This response came after the announcement of a new Harry Potter series, likely to span a decade, in partnership with MAX (formerly known as HBO Max). Rowling will be executive directing the show, which has led to numerous people announcing a boycott of the series.
The writer often faces backlash due to her controversial opinions on trans women and the trans community.
JK Rowling will have some creative control over the new Harry Potter TV show
HBO announced a Harry Potter TV show during Discovery’s press and investor presentation on April 12. According to officials, the show will be based closely on the original books and feature a completely new cast. With each season covering one book, the creators expect the show to run for almost a decade.
Rowling will serve as the executive director of the series, with some creative control over the project. However, she will not be the primary showrunner.
HBO said in the official press release:
“The stories from each of Rowling’s Harry Potter books will become a decade-long series produced with the same epic craft, love, and care this global franchise is known for.”
The announcement also stated that the show will be a stand-alone series with no connection to previously released material. It will run on the same timeline as the movie franchise, featuring similar characters and locations. The press release also mentioned:
“Each season will be authentic to the original books and bring Harry Potter and these incredible adventures to new audiences around the world, while the original, classic, and beloved films will remain at the core of the franchise and available to watch globally.”
The news received mixed reactions from fans. However, some users expressed discontent with Rowling’s involvement in the show. The writer has faced numerous cancellations due to her views on gender identity and allowing trans women into women-only spaces.
When questioned about the potential backlash received by the involvement of the author in the project, HBO representatives said:
“That’s a very online conversation, very nuanced and complicated, and not something we’re going to get into.”
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