HBO’s Harry Potter Star Dominic McLaughlin Was Always Fan of JK Rowling’s Story: ‘I’m Thrilled To…’

Dominic McLaughlin is aware that his life is on the brink of transformation. In the course of promoting his current film, Grow, he was asked about his impending role as Harry Potter in the beloved fantasy series, which is being adapted into a series for HBO. Donning the prestigious Hogwarts robe has long been a dream for many, much like the person who will soon be known as the Chosen One. In a recent interview with BBC News, he described his entry into JK Rowling’s world as a ‘remarkable’ experience.

Dominic McLaughlin Speaks About His Role as Harry Potter in Upcoming HBO Series

Date: May 27, 2025, is when the world got its first look at Dominic McLaughlin as the new Harry Potter. After an extensive search, he was chosen along with Arabella Stanton (to play Hermione Granger) and Alastair Stout (Ron Weasley) for the highly-anticipated HBO Original Series adaptation of Harry Potter. In a recent interview regarding his upcoming role in this drama, which announced filming on July 14th, McLaughlin shared limited details without giving too much away. Roughly 11 years old, the star expressed that putting on the iconic role was somewhat surreal for him as he was an ardent fan of Harry Potter during his younger days and it was always a dream role. He shared his excitement about being able to play this part.

In September 2024, it’s been announced that Dominic McLaughlin will star in a major role, taking over from Daniel Radcliffe, who was almost synonymous with the character bearing the lightning bolt mark – the Dark Mark. This is McLaughlin’s first film appearance, which he shares with Nick Frost, who portrays Hagrid in the upcoming Harry Potter series. Their debut together has caused quite a stir in the film industry.

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2025-08-19 18:07