Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast
Podcast

Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast

HBO Max

18 episodes

TV & Film

Journey into the wizarding world with the official companion podcast to the Harry Potter film series. Each week, film critic and lifelong Harry Potter superfan Rhianna Dhillon embarks on a heartfelt and hilarious look back through the films, joined by celebrity superfans and the behind-the-scenes magic makers who brought the generation-defining series to life. Together, they unpack each film with laughter, reflection, and a dash of mischief. Whether you’re watching for the first time or the fiftieth, consider this your official invitation back to Hogwarts. New episodes are available each week. Watch on HBO Max and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast is produced by HBO Max in partnership with Pod People.

What this show covers

Wizarding WorldFilm productionDeathly Hallows Part 2Amy NicholsonHalf-Blood PrinceDraco MalfoyFilm editingTriwizard TournamentGoblet of FireOrder of the PhoenixDavid HeymanTV adaptationSnapeFilm criticismBattle of Hogwarts

What listeners will find here

David Heyman on Harry Potter’s leap from films to a new TV series
Harry Potter is the focus here, as executive producer David Heyman discusses adapting the books for film and shaping the upcoming television series. The episode also looks at what’s known so far about the first season, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, before a special announcement.
Snape’s truth, Harry’s sacrifice, and Hogwarts’ last stand
The second half of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 gets a focused look at the saga’s most emotional final turns. Rhianna Dhillon and Amy Nicholson dig into Snape’s memories, Harry’s walk into the Forbidden Forest, Neville’s stand, Molly’s duel, and the battle that ends it all.
Gringotts chaos, Hogwarts on edge, and the sprint toward the end
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 takes center stage as Rhianna Dhillon and Amy Nicholson dig into the film’s first half. They revisit the Gringotts escape, Neville’s emergence, McGonagall’s battle prep, Romione’s kiss, and the danger of Fiendfyre.
On the run with Harry, Hermione, and Ron as Deathly Hallows Part 1 turns darker
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 takes center stage as Rhianna Dhillon and Amy Nicholson revisit the film’s second half. They dig into the trio’s fugitive life, Godric’s Hollow, the Deathly Hallows reveal, and Dobby’s final act, with animator Ben Hibon discussing The Tale of the Three Brothers.
A darker Harry Potter chapter: sacrifice, suspicion, and the road beyond Hogwarts
This preview, based only on the published show notes, points to a conversation about the opening half of Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and its shift from school-year adventure to wartime survival. Rhianna Dhillon, Amy Nicholson, and prosthetic makeup artist Katy Fray appear set to explore key emotional and visual turning points.

Episodes

Harry Potter: From Film to Series with David Heyman
Harry Potter: From Film to Series with David Heyman
1 Sept 2026 · 53 min
“Always” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, Part 2 with Amy Nicholson
“Always” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, Part 2 with Amy Nicholson
25 Aug 2026 · 1h 2m
“Accio Horcrux” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, Pt. 1 with Amy Nicholson
“Accio Horcrux” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2, Pt. 1 with Amy Nicholson
18 Aug 2026 · 1h 2m
"Wands Alone” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, Pt. 2 with Amy Nicholson
"Wands Alone” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, Pt. 2 with Amy Nicholson
11 Aug 2026 · 1h 1m
“Open at the Close” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, Pt. 1 with Amy Nicholson
“Open at the Close” | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1, Pt. 1 with Amy Nicholson
4 Aug 2026 · 1h 2m
“The Unknown We Fear” | Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Part 2 with Law Sharma
“The Unknown We Fear” | Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Part 2 with Law Sharma
28 Jul 2026 · 1h 0m
“The Unbreakable Vow” | Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Part 1 with Law Sharma
“The Unbreakable Vow” | Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, Part 1 with Law Sharma
21 Jul 2026 · 1h 0m
“Good People and Death Eaters” | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Part 2 with Chrissy Costanza
“Good People and Death Eaters” | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Part 2 with Chrissy Costanza
10 Jul 2026 · 1h 2m
“Every Great Wizard in History” | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Part 1 with Chrissy Costanza
“Every Great Wizard in History” | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Part 1 with Chrissy Costanza
7 Jul 2026 · 1h 1m
“Dark Times Lie Ahead” | Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Part 2 with Mike Bow
“Dark Times Lie Ahead” | Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Part 2 with Mike Bow
30 Jun 2026 · 55 min
“What is Right and What is Easy” | Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Part 1 with Mike Bow
“What is Right and What is Easy” | Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Part 1 with Mike Bow
23 Jun 2026 · 58 min
“Turn Back Time” | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Part 2 with Law Sharma
“Turn Back Time” | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Part 2 with Law Sharma
16 Jun 2026 · 57 min
“I Solemnly Swear I Am Up To No Good” | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Part 1 with Law Sharma
“I Solemnly Swear I Am Up To No Good” | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Part 1 with Law Sharma
9 Jun 2026 · 1h 0m
“What We Truly Are” | Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Part 2 with Naomi Kyle
“What We Truly Are” | Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Part 2 with Naomi Kyle
2 Jun 2026 · 59 min
“The Function Of A Rubber Duck” | Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Part 1 with Naomi Kyle
“The Function Of A Rubber Duck” | Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Part 1 with Naomi Kyle
26 May 2026 · 55 min
“Not me. Not Hermione. You!” | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Part 2 with Khleo Thomas
“Not me. Not Hermione. You!” | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Part 2 with Khleo Thomas
19 May 2026 · 1h 2m
"Yer a Wizard” | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Part 1 with Khleo Thomas
"Yer a Wizard” | Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Part 1 with Khleo Thomas
19 May 2026 · 1h 1m
Coming Soon - Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast
Coming Soon - Harry Potter: The Official Film Podcast
5 May 2026 · 2 min

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