Harry Potter Series Casts Lucius Malfoy and More: Shocking Details!

The lineup for HBO’s forthcoming Harry Potter television show expands further, with nine additional actors now part of the production team. HBO has positioned this series as an accurate representation of the much-loved original book series penned by J.K. Rowling.

Weasleys, Malfoys, and Dursleys

Actress Katherine Parkinson, known for her role in “The IT Crowd,” has been selected to portray Molly Weasley. On the opposite side of the storyline, Lox Pratt will take on the character of Draco, while Johnny Flynn will assume the role of Lucius Malfoy.

In the new adaptation, Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby have been cast as Petunia and Vernon Dursley, respectively – that is, Petunia being Harry’s aunt and Vernon his unpleasant uncle.

More Students at Hogwarts

Three more Hogwarts students have been added:

  • Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan
  • Alessia Leoni as Parvati Patil
  • Sienna Moosah as Lavender Brown

These additions round out Harry Potter’s classmates in Gryffindor and beyond.

Ministry of Magic

Bertie Carvel has been cast as Cornelius Fudge, the Minister of Magic, a role that’s prominent in the heart of the Harry Potter series.

Previously Announced Cast

Fresh faces, Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout are set to take on the roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley in this upcoming production.

Or simply:
In our new cast, Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout will play as Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley respectively.

Veteran actors will support them, including:

  • John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
  • Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape
  • Janet McTeer as Professor McGonagall
  • Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid
  • Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell (recurring)
  • Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch (recurring)

Production Details

As a movie enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that I, Francesca Gardiner, am the writer and executive producer behind the magical world of Harry Potter. The talented Mark Mylod will direct multiple episodes and also serve as an executive producer. Joining us is the legendary J.K. Rowling, who continues her role as executive producer, along with Neil Blair and Ruth Kenley-Letts from Brontë Film and TV, and the esteemed David Heyman of Heyday Films.

In the United States, the new series will be aired on HBO Max, and it’s also set to debut in other regions such as Germany, Italy, and the UK. Meanwhile, the classic Harry Potter movies will continue to be accessible worldwide.

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2025-06-09 21:31