A lot will happen in season 1, said executive producer Sera Gamble.

Were even dipping into book 2 a little.

How many seasons is the show aiming for overall?

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The collection of books can go off in a lot of different directions, he told reporters.

Were actually excited about doing more than exists in the three books.

Our main goal is to stay true to the spirit of the book, said Gamble.

Theres so much about the spirit and the world-building that Lev Grossman did that really compelled us.

And he volunteers that information.

The Magicianspremieres on Jan. 25 at 9 p.m.