HBO Max Debuts New ‘Harry Potter’ Footage in Latest “Coming Soon” Trailer

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HBO Max has released a new trailer featuring the first footage from its upcoming Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone series, set to premiere on December 25
The footage appears alongside first looks at other anticipated HBO Max titles including House of the Dragon Season 3, Lanterns, and The Gilded Age Season 4

The long wait is nearly over! HBO Max just dropped a new trailer with fresh scenes from its upcoming Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone series, and announced it will premiere on Christmas Day 2026. The quick preview came as part of a larger announcement of new shows and movies coming to HBO Max.

The new trailer offers a sneak peek at the upcoming series, showing off glimpses of Hogwarts’ interior, a moment with Harry, Ron, and Hermione, the start of a Quidditch game, and Harry getting his wand at Ollivander’s.

The platform will also release new seasons and series like House of the Dragon Season 3 on June 21st, and Lanterns on August 16th, promising a robust lineup for the rest of the year.

Choosing Christmas Day for the premiere was intentional. Releasing the new series on a major television viewing day will create a big cultural moment and attract a large audience, reinforcing HBO Max’s reputation for must-see event television. With a franchise this popular, the platform is aiming for viewers to tune in and watch it as it airs from the very beginning.

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone premieres December 25 on HBO Max. Watch the trailer above.

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