Daniel Radcliffe Is Unsure If He’ll Watch HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ and Says the New Star ‘Doesn’t Need Any Advice From Me’

Daniel Radcliffe, the actor known for his role as Harry Potter, expressed his uncertainty about watching the HBO reboot of the beloved series. "I don’t know if I will [watch], honestly," he told the Associated Press at the premiere of his new animated film Steps. Radcliffe, who has spent considerable time portraying the iconic character in eight Harry Potter films released between 2001 and 2011, explained that he's already been there and done that.

He also revealed that he doesn't watch much TV, adding that he hasn't seen classic shows like Breaking Bad and Mad Men. The reboot, set to premiere on December 25 and potentially adapt all seven books, may be unappealing to Radcliffe due to the extensive time he's already invested in the franchise. Additionally, many fans, including Radcliffe, might not see the point of revisiting the story, particularly given J.K.

Rowling's controversial views on transgender rights. Despite these reservations, Radcliffe has shown support for the young actors taking over the role, including Dominic McLaughlin, who plays Harry Potter. He wrote a letter to McLaughlin expressing his support and best wishes, and urged fans not to constantly ask about the original cast members.

Radcliffe reiterated that he doesn't want to be a "weird spectral phantom" in the lives of the new actors, and stated that he has no advice to give McLaughlin, adding that he's excited to meet him someday.