Chris Columbus has absolutely zero desire to be involved in HBO’s all-star small-screen “Harry Potter” reboot. The filmmaker - arguably best known for launching the mega hit franchise more than 20 years ago having directed the first two “Harry Potter” features and produced the third - claims he’s long since graduated from Hogwarts.

Chris Columbus has announced that he will not going to be a part of the upcoming Harry Potter TV series, set to release on the digital screens in 2027. , Web Series, Times Now

HBO's Harry Potter will no doubt hew closely to the books, but there's a certain character that should be taken out.