HBO is pulling off a magic trick with its upcoming tv adaptation of Harry Potter. Now that the well-known wizard world is coming to the small display, followers have realized who shall be taking part in a number of the grownup characters at Hogwarts, together with Dumbledore and Snape.
“We are happy to announce the casting of John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Nick Frost, Luke Thallon and Paul Whitehouse to play Dumbledore, McGonagall, Snape, Hagrid, Quirrell and Filch,” showrunner and govt producer Francesca Gardiner and director and EP Mark Mylod mentioned in a press release. “We’re delighted to have such extraordinary talent onboard, and we can’t wait to see them bring these beloved characters to new life.”
HBO has described the TV sequence as a “faithful adaptation” of J.Okay. Rowling‘s books. “Exploring every corner of the wizarding world, each season will bring Harry Potter and its incredible adventures to new and existing audiences,” the outline reads.
Below, get to know the forged of HBO’s forthcoming Harry Potter sequence.
HBO has simply confirmed the primary 6 forged members for the ‘HARRY POTTER’ TV sequence:
• Nick Frost as Hagrid
• John Lithgow as Dumbledore
• Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch
• Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell
• Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape
• Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall pic.twitter.com/RlsQ78N5bh— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) April 14, 2025
John Lithgow – Albus Dumbledore
John has been seen in numerous movie tasks all through his decades-long appearing profession. Among his hottest roles had been in The World According to Garp, Terms of Endearment, Footloose, A Civil Action, Shrek, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Interstellar, Bombshell, Killers of the Flower Moon and, his newest Oscar winner, Conclave.
Janet McTeer – Minerva McGonagall
Janet has established herself as a profitable movie actress, having appeared in a wide range of motion pictures. Among her most well-known performances had been in Tumbleweeds, Carrington, As You Like It, The Divergent Series and The Menu. On TV, Janet has appeared in Into the Storm, The White Queen and Ozark.
Paapa Essiedu – Severus Snape
Paapa is an esteemed actor identified for varied TV roles, together with within the reveals I May Destroy You, Ann Boleyn, Gangs of London, The Lazarus Project and Black Mirror: Demon 79.
The London native attended the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
Nick Frost – Rubeus Hagrid
In addition to appearing, Nick can be a comic and screenwriter. The English actor is finest identified for his performances within the movies Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and The World’s End.
Luke Thallon – Quirinus Quirrell
Like Paapa, Luke can be a graduate of the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. He had an uncredited minor function in The Favourite and has appeared in varied theatrical productions, together with The Room, Family Voices and Leopoldstadt.
Paul Whitehouse – Argus Filch
Paul is a jack of all trades within the enterprise, as he’s an actor, comic, author and presenter. He’s acknowledged for his performances within the motion pictures Corpse Bride, Alice in Wonderland and The Death of Stalin.