When does Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone premiere?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is scheduled for 2026 on HBO Max (8-episode first season). Celluloid Scores publish after critic embargos lift. Created by Francesca Gardiner.

Where will I stream Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is set to premiere on HBO Max (availability varies by region — e.g. HBO Max in the United States; HBO Max in the United Kingdom). Primary catalog tag: HBO Max.

Who stars in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone stars Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, Alastair Stout, John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, and others. Full cast is listed on the Celluloid series page.

Who created Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was created by Francesca Gardiner.

Official theatrical poster for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (2026)

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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

Created by Francesca Gardiner · 2026 · Last reviewed July 24, 2026

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Answer Summary

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (2026) is upcoming on HBO Max — Not yet scored. Not yet scored — HBO’s book-faithful Wizarding World reboot premieres Christmas Day 2026 with a new trio and Lithgow’s Dumbledore; Celluloid Scores publish after critic embargos lift. Created by Francesca Gardiner.

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2026Year

8Episodes

HBO MaxPlatform

Seasons: 1 · 8 episodes
Network: HBO Max
Streaming: HBO Max
Cast: Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, Alastair Stout, John Lithgow, Janet McTeer

Where to watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is available on HBO Max — regional notes: HBO Max in the United States; HBO Max in the United Kingdom. Catalog platform tag: HBO Max.

When does Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone come out?

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone premieres in 2026 on HBO Max. Celluloid Score pending — Not yet scored — HBO’s book-faithful Wizarding World reboot premieres Christmas Day 2026 with a new trio and Lithgow’s Dumbledore; Celluloid Scores publish after critic embargos lift.

Premiere notes

Not yet scored — HBO’s book-faithful Wizarding World reboot premieres Christmas Day 2026 with a new trio and Lithgow’s Dumbledore; Celluloid Scores publish after critic embargos lift.
Celluloid Critics Consensus

What is Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone about?

HBO’s eight-episode first season re-adapts J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone for television, following Dominic McLaughlin’s Harry to Hogwarts with Arabella Stanton as Hermione and Alastair Stout as Ron. John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, and Nick Frost headline the adult cast as Dumbledore, McGonagall, Snape, and Hagrid. Premieres Christmas Day 2026 (25 December) on HBO and HBO Max; Season 2 (Chamber of Secrets) is already ordered.