Harry Potter Reunion: Entire cast to return for the first time for special episode

For the first time since the release of the final movie of the Harry Potter franchise, the entire cast of the film series will be reuniting for the movie’s 20th anniversary celebrations, which will premiere on HBO Max on January 1, 2022.

The announcement by HBO Max read, “For the first time ever, the legendary cast returns to where the magic started. Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return To Hogwarts, streaming New Year’s Day, only on HBO Max. International release coming soon.” Besides the main characters, including Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint, who played the roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley, respectively, the reunion special will also see the return of Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Gary Oldman, Imelda Staunton, Tom Felton, James Phelps, Oliver Phelps, Mark Williams, Bonnie Wright, Alfred Enoch, Matthew Lewis, Evanna Lynch, and director Chris Columbus, among others.

Recalling her experience of working on the films, Emma Watson shared an emotional note on her Instagram handle. “Harry Potter was my home, my family, my world and Hermione (still is) my favorite fictional character of all time. I think a journalist once said it was irritating how many times during an interview I mentioned how lucky I was and started counting… But I damn well knew!And still know.” She signed off her extensive post with these words: “I still miss the crew who made these films all the time. Thank you for all of your hard work too – I know your contributions sometimes get overlooked. Happy 20th Anniversary Potterheads,” the caption read.