The cast of the Harry Potter series is being formed, although the names have not been officially announced. The performers of the three main characters – Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley – will be selected from among the young Britons currently auditioning. But several actors are the subject of rumors in the American media.
Mark Rylance (Bridge of Spies) seems to be the number one choice to play Albus Dumbledore in this new adaptation of the novels. The latter thus to the late Richard Harris and Michael Gambon, but also to Jude Law, who played him as a young man in the Fantastic Beasts trilogy.
New cast as Professor Snape
Among the characters most appreciated by fans, Professor Severus Snape also seems to have found his interpreter. However, the task was not easy, because Alan Rickman’s performance remained in the memory. our colleagues The Hollywood Reporter We can exclusively reveal that British actor Paapa Esiedu (I May Be Destroyed) has entered into talks to become Hogwarts’ Potions Master.
However, in an official press release, HBO wanted to publicly comment on the rumours: “We appreciate that a series of this caliber is subject to rumor and speculation. As we enter the pre-production phase, we will only confirm final information.”
However, according to the Hollywood Reporter, rumors of Cillian Murphy playing Voldemort in the series are, however, unfounded. This is despite recent support from Ralph Fiennes, the character’s interpreter in the films, for the man who has already been announced as his successor.
The Harry Potter series is scheduled to air in late 2026 – at best – exclusively on Max.
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