July has always been a magical month for Harry Potter fans—it's when the Boy Who Lived celebrates his birthday and when the books originally hit shelves. But this year, the nostalgia comes with a sting: all eight Harry Potter movies are vanishing from not one, but two streaming services. Starting July 1, 2026, the entire Wizarding World film collection will be removed from both HBO Max and Peacock in the U.S., leaving fans scrambling for one last marathon.
The Harry Potter film franchise kicked off in 2001 with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, directed by Chris Columbus, who also helmed the 2002 sequel Chamber of Secrets. Alfonso Cuarón took the reins for Prisoner of Azkaban (2004), followed by Mike Newell's Goblet of Fire (2005). David Yates then directed the final four films, including the two-part adaptation of Deathly Hallows. The series earned over $7.7 billion globally and maintained a remarkably high critical standard throughout its run.
In addition to the main eight films, HBO Max will also lose the three Fantastic Beasts spin-offs, all directed by David Yates. While those prequels didn't capture the same magic as the original series, they expanded the wizarding lore for die-hard fans.
This streaming exodus comes as HBO prepares a major television reboot of the Harry Potter stories, set to debut its first season in December. The new series, which has already released a trailer, promises to be the biggest scripted small-screen event of the year, adapting J.K. Rowling's books with a fresh cast and deeper storytelling.
For now, fans can still catch Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson as the iconic trio on Peacock and HBO Max for the remainder of June. If you're looking for other magical or book-based entertainment, check out our ranking of the best drama movies based on books or dive into heart-pounding suspense films to fill the void.
The departure of the Harry Potter movies marks a significant shift in the streaming landscape, especially as the franchise's cultural impact remains immense. Whether you're a Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, or Ravenclaw, now is the time to relive the magic before it disappears from your queue.
Stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot for more updates on where the Wizarding World will land next—and whether the upcoming HBO series can recapture the wonder that made these films timeless.
