Chris Columbus , who directed 2001’s Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and 2002’s Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets , doesn’t expect the films’ cast to reunite for related future projects. In an interview with The Times , the filmmaker confirmed that author J.K. Rowling ‘s anti-trans views make actors reluctant to be associated with her work.

When asked whether he wanted to direct a film adaptation of the stage show, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child , using the original Potter movie cast, Columbus said, “It’s never going to happen.”

“It’s gotten so complicated with all the political stuff,” the director explained. “Everyone in the cast has their own opinion, which is different from her opinion, which makes it impossible.” He added, “I haven’t spoken to Miss

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