Harry Potter, HBO and Chris Columbus

‘Harry Potter’ Director Chris Columbus Praises HBO’s Upcoming TV Reboot: “A Spectacular Idea”
Original Harry Potter helmer Chris Columbus is praising HBO's forthcoming television reboot, calling it a 'spectacular idea.'
‘Harry Potter’ Director Chris Columbus Weighs In on Upcoming TV Adaptation
Chris Columbus is giving his thoughts on the upcoming Harry Potter television series being adapted by HBO.
Original ‘Harry Potter' Director Defends HBO TV Reboot as ‘Spectacular Idea' Since There's ‘All These Great Scenes We Just Couldn't Put in the Films'
Original “Harry Potter” director Chris Columbus said in an interview with People magazine that remaking J.K. Rowling’s iconic book series as a television series for HBO is “a spectacular idea because there’s a certain restriction when you’re making a film.
One Big Reason The Harry Potter TV Series Is Actually A 'Fantastic' Idea, According To OG Director Chris Columbus
Per Columbus, just getting the chance to retell the story in more detail is a “fantastic” prospect. The famous director of other great films like Home Alone and Stepmom explained why, telling People the idea of a longform narrative is really exciting.
Original Harry Potter Director Defends HBO’s Reboot (And He Makes a Good Point)
Chris Columbus, who directed the first two installments of the Harry Potter film franchise, has voiced his support for HBO’s upcoming TV reboot. In an interview with People, the filmmaker called the project “a spectacular idea” since it won’t be weighed down by the same time restrictions movies are.
Harry Potter director delivers verdict on controversial TV series – and names first choice for Voldemort
Chris Columbus, director of the blockbuster Harry Potter films, has given his verdict on the long-awaited and controversial new TV series. The 66-year-old directed Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and Chamber of Secrets, before the sequels were picked up by directors Mike Newell, David Yates and Alfonso Cuarón.
Harry Potter on TV? Chris calls it spectacular
Filmmaker Chris Columbus whose name is synonymous with the initial Harry Potter movies as it is with other works, recently reacted to the news about the books being adapted into a television series for HBO.
HARRY POTTER Director Chris Columbus Praises HBO’s Reboot, Calling It “A Spectacular Idea”
HBO's upcoming Harry Potter TV reboot has sparked conversations and interest among fans, and now it’s receiving high praise from someone who has played in the wizarding world sandbox, original Harry Potter director Chris Columbus .
“Harry Potter” director Chris Columbus weighs in on TV adaptation and Voldemort casting
The director of the first two entries in the film franchise thinks this Irish star would be an "amazing" Dark Lord.
Harry Potter director praises HBO reboot; calls it 'A Spectacular Idea'
Chris Columbus, director of the first two Harry Potter movies, supported the idea of the upcoming HBO series reboot
Harry Potter director Chris Columbus calls HBO's Harry Potter reboot a 'spectacular Idea'
Chris Columbus, director of the first two Harry Potter films, expressed strong support for the upcoming HBO series reboot. He highlighted the advantages of the TV format, allowing for more in-depth storytelling compared to the constraints of the original films.
Original Harry Potter Director Calls HBO Reboot a 'Spectacular Idea'
Original Harry Potter director Chris Columbus has called the incoming HBO reboot series a "spectacular idea" as it has the ...
‘Harry Potter’ TV Series Due To Hit HBO In 2026: Everything We Know About The Cast, Who’s Creating It, What J.K. Rowling Says & More
All the news on HBO's streaming 'Harry Potter' TV series, including cast, release date, how to watch, development and whether ...