Harry Potter reboot officially starts filming as first look at boy wizard's costume revealed

Filming for HBO's Harry Potter reboot is officially kicking off this week.

Slated to debut in 2027, the eagerly awaited fantasy series, based on JK Rowling's books, will feature Dominic McLaughlin as the boy wizard.

The first official snapshot from the series showcases McLaughlin dressed as Harry, donning his iconic black robes and red Gryffindor uniform.

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HBO has also unveiled new cast members joining the young lead, including Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom and Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley.

Sherlock's Louise Brealey will appear as Quidditch coach Madam Hooch while Andor's Anton Lesser will play wandmaker Mr Ollivander, reports the Express.

They'll be joining the previously announced Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley.

Filming is now underway at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in the UK.

In addition to the new cast, HBO has also confirmed several new department heads for the series, including Director of Photography Adriano Goldman, Hair and Makeup Designer Cate Hall, Stunt Coordinator Paul Herbert and SFX Supervisor Mark Holt.

Mara LePere-Schloop has joined as Production Designer, Naomi Moore is Set Decorator, John Nolan is handling Creature Effects, Alexis Wajsbrot is VFX Supervisor with Dom Sidoli as VFX Producer.

They're joining the previously announced Holly Waddington as the series' costume designer, while the series will be written and executive produced by Francesca Gardiner.

Mark Mylod, who previously directed several episodes of HBO's hit drama Succession, will be directing the series.

The star-studded cast of the upcoming Harry Potter series includes Nick Frost, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Luke Thallon and Paul Whitehouse, who will be bringing to life Hogwarts staff members Rubeus Hagrid, Minerva McGonagall, Severus Snape, Quirinus Quirrell and Argus Filch.

American actor John Lithgow is set to play the iconic role of Hogwarts headmaster Professor Albus Dumbledore, while Johnny Flynn will step into the shoes of Lucius Malfoy.

Newcomer Lox Pratt has landed the role of Draco Malfoy, with Bertie Carvel taking on the part of Minister of Magic, Cornelius Fudge. Katherine Parkinson will portray Molly Weasley, Ron's mother.

Rounding out the cast are Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby, who have been cast as Harry's aunt and uncle, Petunia and Vernon Dursley.

Harry Potter will premiere in 2027 on HBO.