Keira Knightley Reacted To The “Harry Potter” Boycott After Being Cast In A New Audio Adaptation

If you didn’t know, Audible is gearing up to release a full-cast audio adaptation of all seven of J.K. Rowling‘s Harry Potter books. The project, set to roll out between November 2025 and May 2026, features over 200 voice actors — including Kit Harington, Ruth Wilson, James McAvoy, and Keira Knightley. Keira Knightley poses at a formal event wearing a sleeveless outfit with a high neck and bow detail with steps visible in the background

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It comes amid a sizable boycott of the franchise, sparked by backlash against J.K.’s anti-trans statements. It encourages people to avoid purchasing Harry Potter merchandise and supporting related projects, including an upcoming HBO series and a video game. JK Rowling with long hair wearing a dark coat, attending an event

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In an interview with Decider, Keira, who will voice Professor Umbridge in the audiobooks, was asked for her thoughts about the boycott. Even with all the headlines, she said she was “not aware” of it. Keira Knightley in embroidered floral dress with lace collar, short hair styled gently wavy, standing in front of a light background

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“I’m very sorry,” Keira added. Keira Knightley in sparkling high-neck gown being interviewed under umbrella on a red carpet event with multiple cameras and microphones

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She went on to share some thoughts about people finding a way to get along despite having differences. Keira Knightley poses outdoors in a sleeveless halter dress with ruffled layers, featuring a bold pattern

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“I think we’re all living in a period of time right now where we’re all going to have to figure out how to live together, aren’t we?” she said. “And we’ve all got very different opinions. I hope that we can all find respect.” Keira Knightley in a velvet suit with a bow tie and blouse, seated indoors

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Other Harry Potter actors have taken different approaches to J.K. — from public support to open criticism. Most recently, Emma Watson said that while she doesn’t agree with J.K.’s views, she still does “treasure” her. J.K. later hit back on X, branding Emma “ignorant.” JK Rowling in an elegant dress poses at an event featuring a Harry Potter display in the background