A new Harry Potter TV show is reportedly in the works with J.K. Rowling in talks to produce, and some fans are taking to social media to share their strong reactions to the controversial author's involvement. Based on Rowling's beloved book series, the first Harry Potter movie was released 2001, kickstarting a franchise that remains popular to this day. Despite the franchise's lasting appeal, Rowling has since become embroiled in controversy due to various comments that are widely seen as disparaging toward the transgender community.It was reported yesterday that a new Harry Potter reboot show is getting closer to becoming a reality at Warner Bros. Discoery, and Rowling's potential involvement as a producer has ruffled some feathers online. A number of fans have taken to social media since the announcement to criticize Warner Bros. Discovery's continued working relationship with Rowling in addition to questioning the necessity of a reboot TV show. Check out some of the tweets below:

J.K. Rowling Controversy Explained

Although the Harry Potter movie series remains one of the most beloved and successful novel adaptations of all time, Rowling has continued to make headlines in recent years for comments that are widely considered disparaging toward the transgender community. The controversy started in 2020 when Rowling published a series of tweets taking issue with one publication's use of the phrase "people who menstruate," arguing that "women" should have been used instead.

After Rowling's initial tweets sparked backlash online, the author elaborated on her feelings in a lengthy letter published on her website. In the letter, Rowling, among other things, took issue with the firing of a British worker for tweets that were deemed transphobic. The letter did little to make amends with upset Harry Potter fans and arguably only made matters worse. Rowling has since doubled down on her claims in numerous social media posts and interviews.

While portions of the Harry Potter fandom have been vocal about their displeasure regarding Rowling's transphobic comments, actors from the movies have also chimed in. Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson were among the first to publicly disagree with Rowling's comments, but others did offer their support to the author. Voldemort actor Ralph Fiennes and Bellatrix Lestrange actor Helena Bonham Carter both defended the author, with Luna Lovegood's Evanna Lynch recently also voicing her support.

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