Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
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For anyone wondering how the "Harry Potter" series would look like, the wait is now over.

HBO has released the first trailer for the highly anticipated first season of the "Harry Potter" TV adaptation, which is called "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone."

HBO Releases First 'Harry Potter' Trailer

The new trailer gives fans a first look at Dominic McLaughlin, who takes on the role of Harry Potter.

The trailer also shows Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton, who portray Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, respectively.

According to Variety, the trailer also gives a quick look at the following other cast members:

  • Bel Powley as Petunia Dursley
  • Daniel Rigby as Vernon Dursley
  • Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall
  • John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
  • Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley
  • Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy
  • Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell
  • Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid
  • Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape
  • Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch

When Will the Series Release?

The "Harry Potter" series, which claims to be a faithful retelling of J. K. Rowling's globally successful novels, will premiere this Christmas.

According to news.com.au, the first season will have eight episodes.

Without further ado, here is the first trailer of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone."