HBO Reveals First Magical Artifact From Harry Potter Season 1

Published Aug 28, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT Rianna is the Movie News Editor for ScreenRant. After earning her BA in Film Studies, she began her career as an entertainment writer, contributing to several publications before joining ScreenRant. Her dissertation on the impact of streaming on traditional cinema sharpened her focus on the ever-evolving world of film and media. With 10 years in the industry, Rianna continues to cover the stories she loves while also advocating for awareness and representation of rare disabilities, such as Moebius Syndrome, which she lives with. HBO is bringing the magic back for Harry Potter season 1. The Harry Potter franchise began as a series of bestselling fantasy novels that Warner Bros. adapted into record-breaking movies. A magical artifact has been unveiled ahead of the release of HBO's adaptation of the Wizarding World. Harry Potter's Hogwarts letter has been revealed, marking a major moment that kicks off an entire saga of magic, danger, and friendship for the young character. The letter states: Dear Mr. Potter, We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please find enclosed a list of all necessary books and equipment. Term begins on 1st September. We await your owl by no later than 31st July. Yours sincerely, Minerva McGonagall Deputy Headmistress Click here to see Harry Potter season 1's magical artifact. More to come...