Who Is Paapa Essiedu? Everything to Know About Harry Potter’s Newest Severus Snape
It’s official, Paapa Essiedu is set to star as the peculiar, dark and always irritable Severus Snape in the new Harry Potter series for HBO, and the British actor has all the experience to get the job done.
Back in December 2024, TheWrap reported that the the series, which is still in development, was eyeing the actor for the role. But now it’s officially confirmed. If you are not familiar with the star, here are some quick tidbits about your new Snape.
The untitled TV series is set to premiere in 2026.
Who is Paapa Essiedu playing in the upcoming untitled Harry Potter series?
Essiedu will star as the dark, mysterious and ever so snappy Severus Snape, the Hogwarts professor of Potions. The role was previously played by the late Alan Rickman in the iconic film series. HBO announced his casting, along with other stars; John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore,...
Back in December 2024, TheWrap reported that the the series, which is still in development, was eyeing the actor for the role. But now it’s officially confirmed. If you are not familiar with the star, here are some quick tidbits about your new Snape.
The untitled TV series is set to premiere in 2026.
Who is Paapa Essiedu playing in the upcoming untitled Harry Potter series?
Essiedu will star as the dark, mysterious and ever so snappy Severus Snape, the Hogwarts professor of Potions. The role was previously played by the late Alan Rickman in the iconic film series. HBO announced his casting, along with other stars; John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore,...
- 14/4/2025
- de Raquel 'Rocky' Harris
- The Wrap
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