Series synopsis
Finding Harry: The Craft Behind The Magic is a British drama television series that premiered on April 5, 2026. It stars Nick Frost, Janet McTeer, John Lithgow and Paapa Essiedu.
This exclusive special offers an inside look at the epic scale and meticulous care behind HBO's new Harry Potter series-told through the lens of the artists, craftspeople, and technicians bringing J.K. Rowling's books to life for a new generation.
Premise
This exclusive special offers an inside look at the epic scale and meticulous care behind HBO's new Harry Potter series-told through the lens of the artists, craftspeople, and technicians bringing J.K. Rowling's books to life for a new generation.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Nick Frost as Narrator
- Janet McTeer as Herself
- John Lithgow as Himself
- Paapa Essiedu as Himself
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 1 episode.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 1 | April 5, 2026 | April 5, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone Narrated by Nick Frost, who plays Hagrid in HBO’s Harry Potter, and featuring key cast members straight from the teachers’ table, including John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, and Paapa Essiedu, this exclusive special promises an inside look at the epic scale and meticulous care behind the first series, Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone. Featuring interviews from members of the casting, production design, costume design, and creature effects teams, follow the behind-the-scenes journey of bringing the Harry Potter books to our screens. Find out how our new Golden Trio were found, and celebrate the commitment to detail of the artists, craftspeople, and technicians who have come together to bring the wizarding world to life. |
April 5, 2026 |
Production
Release
| First aired | April 5, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last aired | April 5, 2026 |
| Status | continue |