The first ever flicks from the set of the upcoming Harry Potter TV series on HBO Max feature the cast arriving at the London Zoo to shoot the memorable Dudley Dursley birthday scene from the very first book and film, and fans are losing their minds over one key detail.

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Harry Potter fans have taken to social media to share their thoughts after a rumour over the upcoming TV series emerged.

The debate follows some fans' decision to boycott the HBO series due to Rowling's controversial stance on transgender issues, which also led Nick Frost, set to star as Hagrid, Keeper of Keys, to restrict comments on his Instagram post announcing his involvement after facing criticism.

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"Harry Potter" alum Jason Isaacs weighed in on the online controversy surrounding Paapa Essiedu's casting in the upcoming HBO series adaptation.

Celebrities including Nicola Coughlan and Pedro Pascal have spoken out against Rowling and the Harry Potter TV series. John Lithgow, meanwhile, has faced backlash of his own, both for taking on the role of Albus Dumbledore as an American and for becoming involved in the project after playing LGBTQ+ roles in the past.