Harry Potter reboot shares first look at star in costume as filming begins
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Filming for HBO's reboot of Harry Potter is officially set to commence this week.
Slated for a 2027 premiere, the eagerly awaited fantasy series, based on JK Rowling's books, will feature Dominic McLaughlin as the boy wizard.
The first official image from the series showcases McLaughlin in full costume as Harry, donning his signature black robes and red Gryffindor uniform.
HBO has also revealed new cast members joining McLaughlin, including Rory Wilmot as Neville Longbottom and Amos Kitson as Dudley Dursley.
Louise Brealey, known for her role in Sherlock, will portray Quidditch coach Madam Hooch, while Anton Lesser from Andor will take on the role of wandmaker Mr Ollivander, reports the Express.
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They join the previously announced Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley.
Filming is now underway at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in the UK.
In addition to the new cast, HBO has confirmed several new department heads for the series, including Director of Photography Adriano Goldman, Hair and Makeup Designer Cate Hall, Stunt Coordinator Paul Herbert, and SFX Supervisor Mark Holt.
Mara LePere-Schloop has been appointed as Production Designer, Naomi Moore as Set Decorator, John Nolan will handle Creature Effects, Alexis Wajsbrot is the VFX Supervisor with Dom Sidoli serving as VFX Producer.
They join Holly Waddington, who was previously announced as the series' costume designer. The series will be written and executive produced by Francesca Gardiner.
Mark Mylod, known for directing several episodes of HBO's hit drama Succession, will be at the helm of the series.
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The cast list already announced includes Nick Frost, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Luke Thallon and Paul Whitehouse, who will be stepping into the roles of Hogwarts staff members Rubeus Hagrid, Minerva McGonagall, Severus Snape, Quirinus Quirrell and Argus Filch.
American actor John Lithgow is set to portray Hogwarts headmaster Professor Albus Dumbledore, while Johnny Flynn will take on the role of Lucius Malfoy.
Newcomer Lox Pratt has been cast as his son, Draco, with Bertie Carvel taking on the role of the Minister of Magic, Cornelius Fudge. Katherine Parkinson will bring to life Ron's mother, Molly Weasley.
Rounding off the cast are Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby, who have been cast as Harry's aunt and uncle, Petunia and Vernon Dursley.
Harry Potter is set to premiere in 2027 on HBO.
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