Hans Zimmer Says HBO's Harry Potter Won't Use Hedwig's Theme
Hans Zimmer is composing the score for HBO's Harry Potter series and says he won't reuse John Williams' iconic 'Hedwig's Theme.'
HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series will not feature the movies' original theme, "Hedwig's Theme." Composer Hans Zimmer, who is scoring the show, said he cannot write like John Williams and intends to create something different and original.
"Hedwig's Theme" was composed by John Williams and appeared in the first three Harry Potter films. Zimmer acknowledged the legacy of Williams' work but made clear his approach will be his own.
This isn't the first time Zimmer has followed in Williams' footsteps. He previously composed the score for Zack Snyder's Man of Steel after Williams scored the 1978 Superman movie.
HBO's Harry Potter series is based on J.K. Rowling's books, with the first season adapting The Philosopher's Stone. It is set to release in 2026.
Quick answers
Will HBO's Harry Potter series use 'Hedwig's Theme'?
No. HBO's Harry Potter series will not use the movies' original theme, 'Hedwig's Theme.'
Who is composing the score for HBO's Harry Potter series?
Hans Zimmer is composing the score. He said he cannot write like John Williams and intends to create something different and original.
When does HBO's Harry Potter series release?
The series is set to release in 2026. Its first season adapts The Philosopher's Stone.