Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic will offer an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series. After Harry Potter’s controversial trailer debut, the show has fans of the J.K. Rowling franchise more divided than ever.
For fans of the Harry Potter franchise who want to know more about how the upcoming series is being created, they needn’t wait any longer. Finding Harry will drop on April 5, 2026, at 12 PM PT in the US.
CategoryDescriptionTitleFinding Harry: The Craft Behind the MagicDirectorChristopher GodefroyStudioHBO / Warner Bros. DiscoveryCastNarrated by Nick Frost; features Paapa Essiedu, John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Dominic McLaughlin, Mara LePere‑Schloop, and other key cast and crew of the new HBO Harry Potter series.
Where to Watch Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic
A still from Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic | Credit: HBO Max
Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic is set to debut on Sunday, April 5, at 12 PM PT and 3 PM ET in the U.S. on HBO Max and 8 PM ET/PT on HBO (via Deadline). Here are the different time zones across the world for you to know when you can watch the show.
Country / RegionDateTimePlatformUnited States (ET)April 53:00 PMHBO Max / HBO United States (CT)April 52:00 PMHBO MaxUnited States (MT)April 51:00 PMHBO MaxUnited States (PT)April 512:00 PMHBO MaxUnited States (Alaska)April 511:00 AMHBO MaxUnited States (Hawaii)April 59:00 AMHBO MaxCanada (Toronto – ET)April 53:00 PMCraveUnited Kingdom (BST)April 58:00 PMHBO MaxCentral Europe (Germany, France)April 59:00 PMHBO MaxMiddle East (UAE – Dubai)April 511:00 PMOSN+India (IST)April 612:30 AMJioHotstarChina (Beijing)April 63:00 AMTencent VideoSingaporeApril 63:00 AMHBO MaxPhilippinesApril 63:00 AMHBO MaxJapanApril 64:00 AMU-NEXT Australia (Sydney)April 65:00 AMHBO Max (or Binge/Foxtel)New ZealandApril 67:00 AMNeon / Sky
The upcoming show’s first season is based on the first book of the Harry Potter series, starring Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alistair Stout as Ron Weasley.
What Is Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic About?
The trailer for Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic shows the actors and creators behind the show, along with new exclusive footage. The film will dive into how the production was created on a massive scale, with sneak peeks into various sets, including the great hall.
We see John Lithgow, who has been cast as Dumbledore in Harry Potter, talk about the magic of creating something truly magical and generational. A mechanical Hedwig being programmed to mimic real owls shows a commitment to bringing the material to life.
We are even taken through the sets of Diagon Alley, looking more book-accurate than ever. Set pieces appear to have a life of their own, moving in circles and also blowing up like scenes out of the book. Hagrid’s makeup team is intensely making sure his beard is right. You can expect the main cast, along with supporting actors, to be interviewed about their experience bringing this project to fruition.
Is this a movie or a TV special?
It’s a feature-length one‑off TV special.
Is J.K. Rowling involved in the documentary or series?
She serves as an executive producer on the series to ensure the adaptation remains faithful to the original books.
What does the special focus on visually?
The work of the art department, costume team, and creature makers.
Are you excited to get an exclusive look? Let us know in the comments.
Finding Harry: The Craft Behind the Magic will debut on HBO Max at 12 PM PT in the U.S.
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