Apart from maintaining book accuracy, HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter reboot has another big job to do: Bring justice to the parts of J.K. Rowling’s magical story the movies skipped. One of those missing pieces is the Prewett family, especially Molly Weasley’s brave twin brothers, Fabian and Gideon Prewett.
They were mentioned only a few times in the books, but only true Potterheads know how their story quietly mirrors that of Molly Weasley’s sons, Fred and George Weasley. Yep, the Weasley twins’ courage, humor, and tragic end weren’t just random; they were foreshadowed long before through the Prewetts.
Sadly, the original films never explored this connection, leaving out one of the saddest and most powerful pieces of Weasley family history. So now, if HBO wants to make its version deeper and more emotional, it must finally show what happened to Molly’s brothers in the First Wizarding War. After all, their legacy shaped the fate of her twin sons.
The table contains basic details on the Harry Potter films:
| Franchise Name: | Harry Potter |
| Author: | J.K. Rowling |
| No. of Books: | 7 |
| No. of Films: | 8 (excluding 3 Fantastic Beasts films) |
| Production House: | Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Key Actors: | Daniel Radcliffe Rupert Grint Emma Watson Michael Gambon Alan Rickman Ralph Fiennes |
| Box Office: | $9.5 billion (all 11 films) |
How the Prewett Twins Foreshadowed Fred Weasley’s Tragic Fate
Although we largely overlooked the Prewett family in the books, their names appeared multiple times throughout the series. In fact, it was in Order of the Phoenix, when Mad-Eye Moody showed Harry the photograph of the original Order of the Phoenix, he pointed out Fabian and Gideon Prewett.
Moody informed Harry how they fought against Voldemort during the First Wizarding War and were killed by Death Eaters. Though they were only mentioned briefly, their deaths spoke volumes about the dangers of the war. But it wasn’t until later that we learned about their connection to Molly and the pain she carried.
In fact, the books later showed that one of Molly’s old keepsakes, a broken watch Harry received on his 17th birthday, once belonged to her brother Fabian. That small detail held huge emotional weight. And throughout the series, such tiny mentions slowly built a heartbreaking picture of Molly Weasley’s past.
She lost her entire family to Voldemort’s first rise, so when the Order of the Phoenix reformed, her fear of losing her children became painfully real. Meanwhile, the Prewetts’ fate added a whole new layer to Molly’s protective nature and her fierce courage during the second war. But nothing felt sadder when we realized the truth behind the Weasley twins’ names.
Molly had named her own twin sons with the same first initials as her brothers, wherein Fabian and Gideon paralleled Fred and George. And later on, much like the Prewett twins, even the Weasley twins suffered the same tragic fate while fighting in a war against Voldemort. Molly’s greatest fear of losing her kids like her brothers came true.
Just like the Prewetts, Fred died fighting in the Second Wizarding War. Fred’s death in Deathly Hallows echoed the tragedy that Molly had already lived once. The difference was that this time, hope survived, because George lived, symbolizing that while the first war ended in despair, the second brought at least some light, thanks to Harry’s victory.
Why HBO’s Harry Potter Must Highlight the First Wizarding War
Now, considering how the First Wizarding War and the people who fought in that war played a significant role in shaping the story of Harry Potter, the HBO reboot must showcase these untold stories. Yes, we understand that the books only mention it in bits and pieces because everything we see is through Harry’s eyes.
But the HBO reboot has a chance to change that. With more episodes and time, the series can finally explore what really happened before Harry was even born. The war destroyed families, broke friendships, and shaped every event that followed. Which is why, without understanding the first war, fans can never truly grasp the pain, fear, and courage behind the second.
The first war influenced everything, from Dumbledore’s decisions to Snape’s loyalty, from Sirius Black’s imprisonment to the Weasleys’ heartbreak. It showed how dark Voldemort’s power really was and why so many characters were so broken in the years that followed. So, by exploring their stories, HBO can give audiences a deeper emotional connection.
And finally, the first war deserves to be shown out of respect for those who died fighting. The Prewetts, the Potters, the Bones, and countless unnamed witches and wizards who gave their lives so that the next generation could live freely. Their bravery built the foundation for Harry’s victory.
That’s why showing the First Wizarding War isn’t just about expanding the plot; it’s about honoring the legacy of sacrifice that began long before The Boy Who Lived.
Let us know if you want to see the First Wizarding War in the Harry Potter TV show.
Harry Potter films are streaming in the US on HBO Max.
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