Harry Potter Series Sets HBO Max Premiere for December 25, 2026
HBO Max will debut the Harry Potter TV series on Christmas Day 2026, while The Pitt returns for season 3 in January 2027 after 11 Emmy wins.
HBO Max has set a Christmas Day 2026 premiere for the first season of its Harry Potter series. The show will begin streaming on December 25, 2026, per Screen Rant.
The date lands the franchise's small-screen debut on one of the year's biggest viewing days, giving HBO Max a marquee holiday title.
HBO is also lining up the return of The Pitt, which starts its third season in January 2027. The medical drama has collected 11 Emmy Awards and roughly 53 other awards, a haul that has made it one of the network's most decorated current series.
The Pitt's real-time format, in which each episode follows one hour of a hospital shift, has helped it stand out. For comparison, Game of Thrones had eight Emmy wins after its first two seasons.
Together, the two announcements give HBO a packed slate stretching from the 2026 holidays into early 2027.
Quick answers
When does the Harry Potter series premiere on HBO Max?
Season 1 will stream on HBO Max on December 25, 2026.
When does The Pitt season 3 start?
The Pitt begins its third season in January 2027.
How many awards has The Pitt won?
The Pitt has won 11 Emmy Awards and approximately 53 other awards.