HBO, which is preparing the new adaptation of the Harry Potter saga into a television series, has revealed the new faces of the three young actors who will play Harry, Ron, and Hermione. The writer behind this magical universe, J.K. Rowling, has just reacted to this new casting.
The Harry Potter series reveals its main cast
Warner has entrusted Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod with the task of developing the new Harry Potter series by adapting the seven books written by J.K. Rowling so that this new adaptation can run for 10 years. Fans hope that with this serial format, many details from the novels that do not appear or are not addressed in the feature films will find their way into the future series, which is expected in 2026.
While filming for the Harry Potter series has begun and leaks have given us a glimpse of the universe that will not be so different from that depicted in the film saga, the first names of the cast have already been made official.
It can be announced that Jon Lithgow will succeed Michael Gambon as the headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, playing Albus Dumbledore. Nick Frost will be Hagrid, Janet McTeer will play the role of Minerva McGonagall and Paapa Essiedu will take over the role of Severus Snape, which was played by Alan Rickman in the film. This choice of actor has caused a lot of talk.
Just a few days ago, Warner revealed the trio of main actors who will play Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. So, we know that Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, and Arabella Stanton will be reprising the roles played by Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson, respectively. A casting that seems to have met with unanimous approval from fans who say they are eager to discover the series.
J.K. Rowling unfiltered on the new Harry Potter casting
An X user contacted J.K. Rowling, who is very involved in the series, to ask her opinion on this announced main casting. The British author, who is at odds with the three original stars of the films due to the controversies caused by her transphobic comments, was full of praise for these young actors who are about to embark on an adventure that will change their lives forever.
In response to the internet user, Harry Potter's mother said:
They are all three wonderful. I am delighted.
All three are wonderful. I couldn't be happier.
— J.K. Rowling (@jk_rowling) May 27, 2025
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