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This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available. HBO's Harry Potter television adaptation of J.K. Rowling's book series is reportedly eyeing big names for several key characters. The series was announced in April 2023 with Rowling taking on the role of executive producer despite controversy around some of the statements she's made.
✕ Remove Ads According to Deadline, the series is reportedly in talks with several big names for the upcoming HBO series. With the series staying faithful to the characters' ages in the original book series, the casting decisions will likely reflect that. Oscar winner and Dunkirk star Mark Rylance is reportedly in the run with The Kingsman's Mark Strong for Dumbledore, while Paapa Esiedu might play Sirius Snape.
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