Cast : Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson,Director : David YatesProducer : David BarronThe Harry Potter universe is officially returning to the screen — and this time with an all-new cast! HBO has unveiled the three newcomers who will lead its upcoming Harry Potter TV series as the beloved Hogwarts trio.Dominic McLaughlin has been cast as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton will play Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout takes on the role of Ron Weasley. In the iconic films, these roles were immortalized by Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint across eight blockbuster movies.“We are pleased to inform you…”HBO announced the casting on its official Instagram handle, sharing a photo of the fresh trio alongside a Hogwarts-style note, “Dear Mr. Potter, Miss Granger, and Mr. Weasley: We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please welcome Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley to the HBO Original Series Harry Potter.”
A faithful retelling for a new generation
The series aims to be a faithful, season-by-season adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s original seven-book saga, exploring the magical world in greater depth than the films. Rowling is involved as an executive producer, ensuring the series remains true to her vision.
Supporting cast
The main trio will be joined by an impressive supporting lineup:
- John Lithgow as the wise and enigmatic Albus Dumbledore
- Janet McTeer as the stern yet kind Minerva McGonagall
- Paapa Essiedu as the complicated Severus Snape
- Nick Frost as the lovable half-giant Hagrid
- Luke Thallon as the nervous Professor Quirrell
- Paul Whitehouse as the cranky caretaker Argus Filch
Anticipation levels are high
Following eight Harry Potter films and three Fantastic Beasts spinoffs, this marks the franchise’s first major return to serialized storytelling. Fans around the world are eager to see how the new young cast steps into the iconic roles.
