HBO Reveals ‘Harry Potter’ Remake Cast, From Hagrid to Snape to Quirrell
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HBO has finally announced the adult cast of its Harry Potter TV series.
After months of media rumors and reports of various castings — all previously unconfirmed by HBO — the company broke its silence on the matter to announce six actors for the core adult roles of its adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved novels.
As expected, Emmy winner John Lithgow (Conclave) will take on the critical role of Hogwarts’ wise and warm Headmaster Albus Dumbledore.
Oscar nominee Janet McTeer (Ozark) will take on the role of stern Transfiguration Professor Minerva McGonagall.
And as first reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Paapa Essiedu (Black Mirror) will take on the role of the sneering Potions Professor Severus Snape.
Nick Frost (Shaun of the Dead) will play the lumbering Hogwarts gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid.
All four will serve as series regulars in the show.
In addition, stage actor Luke Thallon will play Defense Against...
HBO has finally announced the adult cast of its Harry Potter TV series.
After months of media rumors and reports of various castings — all previously unconfirmed by HBO — the company broke its silence on the matter to announce six actors for the core adult roles of its adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved novels.
As expected, Emmy winner John Lithgow (Conclave) will take on the critical role of Hogwarts’ wise and warm Headmaster Albus Dumbledore.
Oscar nominee Janet McTeer (Ozark) will take on the role of stern Transfiguration Professor Minerva McGonagall.
And as first reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Paapa Essiedu (Black Mirror) will take on the role of the sneering Potions Professor Severus Snape.
Nick Frost (Shaun of the Dead) will play the lumbering Hogwarts gamekeeper Rubeus Hagrid.
All four will serve as series regulars in the show.
In addition, stage actor Luke Thallon will play Defense Against...
- 4/14/2025
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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