HBO has confirmed its first cast members for the upcoming Harry Potter TV series, featuring a talented ensemble of actors. The four actors confirmed to join the show are Nick Frost as Hagrid, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, and Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch.
John Lithgow, who will play Albus Dumbledore, recently starred in several notable productions, including Conclave and The Crown. Paapa Essiedu brings his experience from I May Destroy You and Gangs of London to the role of Snape. Janet McTeer has appeared in films like Wuthering Heights and The Menu, while Nick Frost is known for his comedic roles in Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz.
The TV series will begin filming this summer, with the first series potentially airing as early as next year. HBO launched an open casting call, which attracted over 30,000 submissions. Casting announcements are expected to follow soon, including potential additions such as Cillian Murphy as Voldemort. The showrunner and executive producer have expressed excitement about bringing the beloved characters to life in a new adaptation.
The TV series will be a “faithful adaptation” of JK Rowling’s books, with more freedom to explore plot lines without the time constraints of films. The show’s creative team is eager to bring the magical world to life, and fans can expect an exciting journey ahead.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c15vlv3glzqo