J.K. Rowling’s involvement in the upcoming Harry Potter TV show has sparked outrage among fans, with many threatening to boycott the series due to her controversial views on transgender rights.

The upcoming Harry Potter TV show has been marred by controversy, with fans threatening to boycott the series due to J.K. Rowling’s involvement.

The author’s vocal opinions on transgender people and related civil rights have sparked outrage, with many calling for a boycott of the show.

Rowling’s views on gender have been widely criticized since she made a series of posts in 2020, including a retweet of an opinion piece discussing “people who menstruate.”

The author’s refusal to backtrack on her words has led to a fierce backlash online, with many stars of the Harry Potter film franchise openly opposing her views.

Despite the backlash, Rowling has been involved in the production of the TV show, which has been in the works for several years.


Fans have taken to social media to express their outrage, with one person writing, “Let’s boycott Harry Potter and her works, even if you are a fan.”

Rowling has responded sarcastically to the calls for a boycott, writing on X, “Dreadful news, which I feel duty bound to share.

Activists in my mentions are trying to organize yet another boycott of my work, this time of the Harry Potter TV show. As forewarned is forearmed, I’ve taken the precaution of laying in a large stock of champagne.”

The controversy has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of inclusivity and representation in media. With the show’s release date approaching, it remains to be seen whether the boycott will have an impact on its success.