HBO’s Harry Potter Series Cast Revealed: Meet the New Harry, Hermione & Ron
HBO’s Harry Potter Series Cast Revealed: Meet the New Generation of Wizards
The magic is back! HBO has officially revealed the main cast for its upcoming Harry Potter television reboot, sending waves of excitement across the wizarding world fandom.
The New Golden Trio
After a global casting search that included over 30,000 auditions, the new faces stepping into the beloved roles of Harry, Hermione, and Ron have finally been announced:
Harry Potter: Dominic McLaughlin
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Hermione Granger: Arabella Stanton
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Ron Weasley: Alastair Stout
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All three young actors are relative newcomers, but according to showrunner Francesca Gardiner and director Mark Mylod, their screen tests were nothing short of magical. “The skills of these three exceptional actors are a joy to witness,” Gardiner shared. “We can’t wait for audiences to see their incredible chemistry come to life.”
Familiar Professors, Fresh Faces
Joining the trio are several well-known actors in key adult roles:
- Albus Dumbledore: John Lithgow
- Severus Snape: Paapa Essiedu
- Minerva McGonagall: Janet McTeer
- Rubeus Hagrid: Nick Frost
- Professor Quirrell: Luke Thallon
- Argus Filch: Paul Whitehouse
This casting lineup blends established talent with bold new energy, promising a fresh take while staying true to the source material.
What to Expect from the Series
Described as a “faithful adaptation” of J.K. Rowling’s seven-book saga, HBO’s reboot is set to unfold over multiple seasons—one for each book. This format will allow for deeper storytelling, character development, and more time in the magical world than the original films could provide.
Production is set to begin in summer 2025 at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, the iconic filming location of the original movie series. Fans can expect the series to premiere on HBO Max sometime in late 2026 or early 2027.
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The series is executive produced by Francesca Gardiner, Mark Mylod, J.K. Rowling, and producers from Brontë Film and TV and Heyday Films.
