HBO has unveiled its first wave of casting for the upcoming Harry Potter TV reboot, with acclaimed American actor John Lithgow taking on the role of Albus Dumbledore. Other confirmed cast members include Paapa Essiedu as Snape, Janet McTeer as McGonagall, and Nick Frost as Hagrid. Filming begins summer 2025, with the series premiering in 2026. Casting for Harry, Ron, and Hermione is still underway, as HBO aims to balance nostalgia with fresh interpretations.

HBO has unveiled its first wave of casting for the upcoming Harry Potter TV reboot, with acclaimed American actor John Lithgow taking on the role of Albus Dumbledore. Other confirmed cast members include Paapa Essiedu as Snape, Janet McTeer as McGonagall, and Nick Frost as Hagrid. Filming begins summer 2025, with the series premiering in 2026. Casting for Harry, Ron, and Hermione is still underway, as HBO aims to balance nostalgia with fresh interpretations.