Los Angeles, Jan 16: Grammy-winning music composer Hans Zimmer is set to create the original score for the highly anticipated HBO Harry Potter TV series, which is scheduled to debut in 2027. Zimmer, known for his iconic work in films like Inception, The Lion King, Dune, and Gladiator, will collaborate with his music company, Bleeding Fingers Music, to bring the magical world of wizardry to life through music.

HBO made the announcement on Instagram, quoting Albus Dumbledore: "Ah, music. A magic beyond all we do here!" Zimmer and Bleeding Fingers Music will compose the new score for the series, which promises to be an exciting addition to the Harry Potter universe. The music team includes Karan Talve and Anze Rozman, who will work alongside Zimmer to help shape the series' musical identity.

In a statement, the composers expressed their excitement and responsibility: "The musical legacy of Harry Potter is a touch point for composers everywhere, and we are humbled to join such a remarkable team on a project of this magnitude. The responsibility is something that myself, Kara Talve and Anze Rozman do not take lightly. Magic is all around us, often just beyond reach, but as in the world of Harry Potter, you simply must look for it. With this score, we hope to bring audiences that little bit closer to it whilst honouring what has come before."

Zimmer’s Bleeding Fingers Music, founded with Russell Emanuel and Steven Kofsky, has been known for composing original scores across a wide range of films, TV shows, and creative projects.

The Harry Potter TV series, a much-anticipated project, is currently in production. The show will feature a fresh cast, with Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout taking on the roles of Harry, Hermione, and Ron, respectively. Other notable cast members include John Lithgow, Nick Frost, Paapa Essiedu, and Janet McTear. The series is set to premiere on HBO Max in 2027.