Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod, known for their work on Succession, have been chosen to lead the upcoming Harry Potter television series. Gardiner will serve as the writer and showrunner while Mylod will direct multiple episodes. The series, set to debut in 2026 on HBO, will be a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling's beloved books with a new cast. Produced by Warner Bros Television and Rowling's Brontë Film and TV, it marks a shift from a Max original to an HBO original. Gardiner's impressive resume includes His Dark Materials and Killing Eve, while Mylod has worked on Game of Thrones and The Last of Us. With a proven track record of successful projects, the duo's involvement in the Harry Potter series is sure to excite fans and bring the magical world to life on screen.