New Harry Potter TV Series Set to Debut in 2026 with Young Stars
Exciting Launch of the Harry Potter TV Series
The highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series is set to premiere on Christmas Day in 2026. Young actors Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout will portray the iconic characters of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley. These talented child actors are poised to become household names following the release of the first season. Over the course of seven seasons, they will adapt J.K. Rowling's beloved Harry Potter novels, potentially leading to significant financial success for the trio.
Salary Insights for the Young Cast
As reported by The Sun, each of the young stars—Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout—will receive £500,000 (approximately $660,000) for their debut season. Industry insiders suggest that these preteens could become "multi-millionaires before they reach 18." McLaughlin and Stout are both 12 years old, while Stanton is just 11.
In the United States, Coogan's Law mandates that 15% of a minor's earnings be placed in a blocked trust account, safeguarding their income until they turn 18. This legislation was enacted in California in 1939 after the fortune of child actor Jackie Coogan was misappropriated by his guardians. However, the UK, where the series is being filmed, lacks similar protections for child actors. Typically, a portion of their earnings is allocated to a trust as stipulated in their contracts, ensuring their funds are secure until they are of age. Furthermore, parents of child actors in the UK are prohibited from accessing their children's earnings, facing potential legal consequences for any misuse. While these young stars are required to pay taxes, they are exempt from National Insurance contributions until they turn 16.
Comparing Earnings with the Original Trio
When Daniel Radcliffe first stepped into the role of Harry Potter in 2001's Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, he reportedly earned close to $1 million for his performance. Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, who played Hermione and Ron, earned slightly less than Radcliffe. By the time the final films, Deathly Hallows Parts 1 and 2, were released in 2010 and 2011, all three actors had seen substantial increases in their salaries.
Radcliffe's earnings for the last two films were around $50 million, while Watson and Grint each made approximately $30 million. Across the entire eight-film series, Radcliffe amassed an estimated $95 million, with Watson earning between $60-70 million and Grint around $50 million.