Harry Potter is celebrating its 20th anniversary on the big screen with an HBO Max special, Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts.
Reuniting most of the British ensemble of actors, the reunion sheds more light on why one of the main stars wanted to leave the series.
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Harry Potter Main Star Wanted To Quit The Franchise
The reunion includes an interview with Emma Watson, who was looking to leave the Wizarding World at around the time the Order of Pheonix came out.
Watson explained that the reason behind the situation was the popularity associated with the franchise, as she felt a "tipping point" might've been reached.
But the Beauty and the Beast actor decided to retcon the decision, with the fans convincing her to continue her role as Hermoine.
Rupert Grint also shared similar trepidation, though the stars never spoke about it directly with each other.
The franchise elevated the trio of actors to becoming some of the biggest influences in the world at one point and this fame can be daunting for some. Plenty of stars have discussed the 'superstar' status stature that these franchises attach to actors, from Twilight to The Lord of the Rings. Many have gone far enough to question carrying on, much like Watson and Grint did.
The Harry Potter saga of films is probably an era of Hollywood we'll never get back. But you can relive the magic on New Year's Day, where the special will be available to stream on HBO Max (US) and NOW (UK).
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