Kit Harington Justifies Being in 'Harry Potter' Despite JK Rowling's Comments
Kit Harington is yet another cast member to be questioned about the author's comments.
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During an interview with Today this Wednesday (16), Kit Harington was asked about the controversies involving JK Rowling and the new series of HBO 's Harry Potter. The actor, cast as Gilderoy Lockhart, avoided commenting on the author's statements and preferred to highlight his personal relationship with the books.
"I've been a Harry Potter fan my whole life. I listen to the audiobooks every night, it helps me sleep. They're very important books to me," said Harington. He also defended the series adaptation. "I love the movies, but with the series they can explore the books to their fullest."
Rowling, author of the books and executive producer of the production, has been criticized for years by LGBTQ+ organizations and some of her own fans for her statements related to the TERF movement. Recently, HBO president Casey Boys said that Rowling is deeply involved in the creative development of the series.
Everything you need to know about Harry Potter
The upcoming HBO Max series is scheduled to premiere at Christmas 2026 with eight episodes in its first season. Filming began last summer, and the production has already confirmed that the story will not be told solely from Harry's point of view.
The confirmed cast includes Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley.
John Lithgow will play Albus Dumbledore. The series will also bring back History of Magic classes with Professor Binns, played by Richard Durden, and will foreshadow the introduction of Lucius Malfoy, who will be played by Johnny Flynn.
The series premieres this Christmas on HBO Max.
