HBO Max Launches ‘Harry Potter’ Podcast For 25th Anniversary Of Film Franchise

HBO Max will debut Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast on May 19th, featuring comprehensive discussions about all eight original films. The series launches with two episodes covering Harry Potter & The Sorcerer’s Stone, followed by weekly releases. Each approximately 60-minute episode pairs films together, totaling 16 hours of content. British broadcaster Rhianna Dhillon hosts alongside rotating entertainment industry co-hosts, providing detailed film analysis and behind-the-scenes insights. The podcast celebrates the franchise’s 25th anniversary while promoting upcoming HBO original series based on J.K. Rowling’s books, set to premiere Christmas 2026 with an all-new cast. Video versions stream exclusively on HBO Max, while audio episodes are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major platforms.