‘Harry Potter’ reunion special debuts first look

Washington : HBO Max has unveiled the first image from its upcoming special ‘Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts’, which is set to premiere on January 1, 2022.
The first look image was shared on HBO Max’s official Instagram account. “Like they never left. Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: #ReturnToHogwarts premieres New Year’s Day on HBO Max,” the caption read.
View this post on Instagram A post shared by HBO Max (@hbomax) In the snap, which is sure to take the ‘Harry Potter’ fans on a nostalgic ride, actors Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, and Daniel Radcliffe can be seen all smiles, sitting in what appears to be the Gryffindor Common Room.
“The retrospective special will tell an enchanting making-of story through all-new in-depth interviews and cast conversations, inviting fans on a magical first-person journey through one of the most beloved film franchises of all time,” the streamer said in a release to announce the special last month, reported People magazine.
The reunion will mark the 20th anniversary of the eight-movie series that began with ‘Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone’, which had released in November 2001. All eight ‘Harry Potter’ movies are currently available to watch on HBO Max.
The reunion special will feature talent from the movies, including Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Jason Isaacs, Gary Oldman, Tom Felton, James Phelps, Oliver Phelps, Mark Williams, Bonnie Wright, Alfred Enoch, Matthew Lewis and Evanna Lynch.