J.K. Rowling's future role in the Harry Potter franchise clarified as Warner Bros. moves forward with new TV and gaming projects
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Rowling has an executive producer credit on the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series, but will not be directly involved in its day-to-day management
Warner Bros. Discovery execs keep Rowling updated on franchise developments through her literary agent, ensuring 'we're all comfortable with what we're doing'
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