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Harry Potter Fans Around the World Invited to Go Back to Hogwarts

Mattel, Scholastic and Audible are releasing anniversary products, including collectible dolls, a seven-book set and a full-cast audiobook with Dolby Atmos sound design.

  • On July 22, Warner Bros. Discovery unveiled its Back to Hogwarts programme, marking the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone with a global celebration spanning Europe, North America, LATAM and APAC.
  • Twenty-Five years ago, the film transported audiences to the Wizarding World for the first time, and this year's celebrations build anticipation for the HBO Original series debuting this Christmas.
  • The theatrical re-release features 12 minutes of previously unseen behind-the-scenes footage, while Mattel's collectible fashion dolls recreate the Golden Trio's iconic looks and Amazon Audible's full-cast edition costs $0.99 per month for the first three months.
  • Back to Hogwarts unites fans across theatrical releases, Studio Tours, immersive experiences and retail, with Universal parks featuring the Hogwarts Always projection show through September 1st and mobile games Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery and Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells running countdown events.
  • International activations on September 1st span Paris Château de Versailles, Venice, Madrid, Sydney, Berlin and China with the Owl Messenger installation, while the annual Back to Hogwarts Showcase streams live on Harry Potter YouTube and TikTok with announcements from across the franchise.
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Back to Hogwarts returns for 2026 with a global celebration bringing fans together in cinemas, at live events, online, in stores and at home.

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Back to Hogwarts returns for 2026 with a global celebration bringing fans together in cinemas, at live events, online, in stores and at home.

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