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Two directors, Ally Pankiw and Kate Herron, disclosed they declined HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter TV series over J.K. Rowling’s trans views, posting messages that they would not fund transphobia; the disclosures highlight ongoing controversy around Rowling and the Potter franchise as HBO has not commented and other cast members have spoken out on the issue.
Black Mirror director Ally Pankiw posted a message showing she turned down directing HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter TV series, quipping 'Absolutely fucking not!' to funding transphobia. She clarified the refusal was about directing, not acting, and joined others in criticizing J.K. Rowling’s trans views amid ongoing backlash from stars and fans. The Potter series, with Rowling as an executive producer, is slated to premiere Christmas Day on HBO and stream on HBO Max globally.