Harry Potter HBO Series Cast Revealed: You Won’t Believe Who’s Playing Dumbledore and Snape!

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I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve joined the stellar cast of HBO’s Harry Potter series, as four actors already rumored for the project have been confirmed, along with two fresh faces joining us.

Who stars?

In the upcoming production, John Lithgow will portray Albus Dumbledore, while Paapa Essiedu steps into the shoes of Severus Snape. Janet McTeer is slated for the role of Professor McGonagall, and Nick Frost will play Rubeus Hagrid.

Additionally, we have Luke Thallon taking on the character of Quirinus Quirrell, and Paul Whitehouse portraying Argus Filch in repeated appearances.

Or more casually:

Joining the cast are Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell and Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch, both reappearing characters.

Showrunner and director respond

As a passionate film enthusiast, I’d love to share insights from our dynamic duo – showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod, who both hold the esteemed positions of executive producers. They recently opened up about their creative process.

It’s with great excitement that we share the news of our talented cast for this project: John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Nick Frost, Luke Thallon, and Paul Whitehouse. They will be portraying Dumbledore, McGonagall, Snape, Hagrid, Quirrell, and Filch respectively. We’re thrilled to have these remarkable actors joining us, and we can hardly wait to witness their breathtaking performances as they reimagine these cherished characters.

“The series will be a faithful adaptation”

According to the official statement, the series is going to be a loyal depiction of J.K. Rowling’s popular Harry Potter book series, featuring an energetic and gifted cast to attract a new wave of fans while maintaining the rich details and beloved characters that have enchanted readers for more than 25 years. The series will delve into every nook and cranny of the wizarding world, with each season bringing the magic and adventures of Harry Potter to both new and returning viewers. Stream exclusively on Max in regions where it’s available, such as Turkey, UK, Germany, Italy, and others. The original, timeless, and treasured films will continue to be a part of the franchise and accessible for viewing worldwide.

Production Details

The forthcoming show is penned and overseen by Francesca Gardiner as its creator. Mark Mylod will assume the role of executive producer and direct several episodes for HBO in collaboration with Brontë Film and TV and Warner Bros. Television. This production also has J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair, and Ruth Kenley-Letts from Brontë Film and TV, as well as David Heyman from Heyday Films, serving as executive producers.

(note: featured image is fan art)

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2025-04-15 03:31