The Wizarding World recently found itself at the center of a comedic parody titled “Heated Rivalry,” which aired during this week’s episode of “Saturday Night Live.” Host Finn Wolfhard portrayed Harry Potter in a sketch that playfully mocked the upcoming HBO adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved fantasy series. In a humorous twist, the reimagined story depicts Harry quickly developing feelings for Ron, played by Ben Marshall, thereby renaming the show to “Heated Wizardry.” This version is humorously touted as “the first series written entirely by girls who wear tails.”
The sketch is filled with wand and broom-related puns and innuendos, punctuated by the quip, “the only thing hotter than hockey is Quidditch.” Among the amusing situations, viewers see Harry flying off the Quidditch pitch without his pants, and the boys indulge in playful antics beneath the Cloak of Invisibility. The voiceover assures audiences, “they’re all 18+ in this. Hogwarts is like college now — just to make that clear.”
The segment also features a talented cast including James Austin Johnson as Severus Snape, Chloe Fineman as Hermione, and Jason Momoa making a guest appearance as Hagrid. Additionally, Ashley Padilla takes on the role of Professor McGonagall, with Kenan Thompson portraying Alastor Moody.
Looking ahead, the actual HBO adaptation of the “Harry Potter” series is set to premiere in 2027. This iteration will star Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, Arabella Stanton, among others, with direction by Mark Mylod from “Succession” and music composed by the renowned Hans Zimmer.
The comedy sketch reflects a light-hearted take on the iconic franchise while highlighting the anticipation surrounding the new series. With its comedic flair, “Heated Rivalry” showcases the enduring popularity of the Wizarding World and sets the stage for a playful exploration of its themes.