An all-star cast breathes new magic into the wizarding world with fully immersive sound, music, and character voices.

A Spellbinding Audio Revival

August 5, 2025: Audible and Pottermore Publishing are launching a groundbreaking reimagining of the original seven Harry Potter novels as full‑cast audio editions, beginning in late 2025. These immersive productions will feature over 200 voice actors, alongside original music, Dolby Atmos sound design, and real-world sound effects.

Star-Studded Cast

The project boasts a lineup of celebrated performers:

Hugh Laurie will voice Albus Dumbledore

Matthew Macfadyen takes on Lord Voldemort

Riz Ahmed plays Professor Snape

Michelle Gomez portrays Professor McGonagall

Cush Jumbo serves as narrator

The fan-favorite trio—Harry, Ron, and Hermione—will be voiced by Frankie Treadaway, Max Lester, and Arabella Stanton in the first three books, with Jaxon Knopf, Rhys Mulligan, and Nina Barker‑Francis stepping in from book four onward.

Release Schedule

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s/Philosopher’s Stone arrives on November 4, 2025

Each subsequent book will release monthly through May 12, 2026, starting with Chamber of Secrets and ending with Deathly Hallows.

What Sets These Editions Apart

Unlike the classic single‑narrator versions by Jim Dale and Stephen Fry, this new series will offer:

A full voice cast giving each character unique presence

Original music scoring

Ambient real-world sound effects

Dolby Atmos audio for a cinematic listening experience

These editions are intended to complement—not replace—the original recordings.

Why This Matters

The new audiobooks aim to revitalize the Harry Potter saga by offering an auditory dimension that rivals film and theater. With a dazzling ensemble and meticulous soundcraft, they’re expected to draw in both longtime fans and new listeners, further expanding the reach of the wizarding legacy.

Final Notes

Actor count: More than 200 performers bring Hogwarts to life

Narrator: Cush Jumbo guides listeners through the story

Release window: November 2025 to May 2026

Series aim: To offer immersive storytelling with high-end audio production—while honoring the legacy of the originals