London, July 14 -- The much-awaited 'Harry Potter' TV series has officially started production at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in the UK, reported Variety. The makers have also revealed the first look at Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter on Monday.

Taking to their Instagram handle, HBO has announced the commencement of the Harry Potter TV series shooting. They also shared a first look at Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, smiling in costume with the character's signature round glasses and school uniform.

McLaughlin is joined by Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. The young trio were selected from more than 30,000 actors who auditioned in a casting call last fall, reported Variety.

The makers also...