And I'm looking forward to being part of this new adaptation, which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long-form television series.' Rowling said: 'Max's commitment to preserving the integrity of my books is important to me. Nobody at Warner Bros would comment on the specifics of the deal this week and a spokesman for the writer says: 'We won't be commenting on financial details.' But Rowling, who has quietly given away much of the riches brought by Harry Potter, is expected to use her windfall to support causes close to her heart, such as cancer charities, her own children's charity and refuges for women. Rowling is also said to be getting a veritable pot of gold - as much as $20 million a year, some suggest - for her cooperation and the right to re-dramatise her creation. I'm told the author will personally approve all of the key castings in the forthcoming series for Max (formerly HBO Max), which is a part of the Warner Bros empire. Rowling's mega-selling Harry Potter books, which will go into production next year.Īnd it can be revealed that Rowling - whose views on gender have proved divisive - will have the final say (again) on just who that fortunate actor will be. You're a wizard, Harry!' Those words will transform one young actor's life, when he is cast as the hero in a new, ten-year TV series based on J.K.
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