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The Story Behind Francesca Gardiner’s HBO Hire: Meet The Showrunner Tasked With Casting Another Spell On ‘Harry Potter’ Fans
DeadlineStory by Jake Kanter
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Francesca Gardiner, a self-proclaimed Hermione Granger, takes the reins of HBO's highly anticipated 'Harry Potter' TV adaptation, channeling her lifelong passion for the wizarding world.
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- Gardiner identifies with Hermione Granger and has always had an 'unappealing desire to be top of the class', making her the perfect fit to bring the beloved franchise to the small screen.
- The 'Harry Potter' TV series marks a major career milestone for Gardiner, who is tasked with casting and assembling a new generation of Hogwarts students to captivate fans across the globe.
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Francesca Gardiner, Hermione Granger, J.K. Rowling, Mark Mylod, Mark Rylance, HBO, Harry Potter