Harry Potter

John Lithgow, cast as Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series, has shared his discomfort over pressure to decline the role due to JK Rowling's views on transgender issues. Speaking at the Rotterdam film festival, the actor described Rowling's opinions as ironic given the series' themes of acceptance. He emphasized that Rowling is not involved in the production.

January 31, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

HBO executive Casey Bloys has narrowed the release window for the upcoming Harry Potter TV series to early 2027. The adaptation of J.K. Rowling's novels features a fresh cast led by Dominic McLaughlin as the boy wizard. Bloys shared the update during a recent interview, emphasizing the project's progress without specifying an exact month.

A fresh clip from an upcoming Harry Potter audio project introduces a star from Rogue One as the voice of the beloved house-elf Dobby. Originally voiced by Toby Jones in the film series, Dobby receives a new actor for this ambitious endeavor. The reveal highlights the project's full-cast approach to the wizarding world.

December 20, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Kit Harington, known for his role as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones, has stated his willingness to take any part in the new Harry Potter television series on Max. The British actor, a longtime fan of J.K. Rowling's wizarding world, has narrated audiobooks and grown up with the books. His enthusiasm highlights the appeal of the franchise to established stars from other major series.

Daniel Radcliffe, the original Harry Potter, has reached out to 11-year-old Dominic McLaughlin, who will play the iconic wizard in HBO's upcoming TV series. In an interview on Good Morning America, Radcliffe shared details of the letter he sent, wishing McLaughlin an even better experience than his own. He expressed affection for the young cast, noting how young they appear.

November 16, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

British actor Bill Nighy has undergone screen tests for the role of Hogwarts potions master Professor Slughorn in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series on HBO. Sources indicate the 75-year-old star is poised to sign on, following his recent voice work for the character in an audio series. Filming for his role is scheduled to begin in August.