'Harry Potter' series casts iconic trio: meet the new Harry, Hermione and Ron
Arabella Stanton, Dominic McLaughlin and Alastair Stout have been cast as Hermione Granger, Harry Potter and Ron Weasley in HBO's highly-anticipated "Harry Potter" series.
Dominic McLaughlin will take on the role of Harry Potter , while Arabella Stanton will play the brilliant and resourceful Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout is set to portray the loyal and heartwarming Ron Weasley.
After an extensive search that saw over 30 000 aspiring young actors audition for the highly anticipated ' Harry Potter ' television series, HBO has finally chosen the three wizards who will bring the show to life.
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'After an extraordinary search led by casting directors Lucy Bevan and Emily Brockmann, we are delighted to announce we have found our Harry, Hermione and Ron.
"The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic together onscreen," wrote showrunner Francesca Gardiner and executive producer and director Mark Mylod in a joint statement.
Gardiner and Mylod also extended their gratitude to the vast number of children who auditioned.
The new series aims to be a more faithful representation of J.K. Rowling's beloved books, as compared to previous film adaptations.
HBO has ambitious plans for the show, envisioning a decade-long project that spans seven seasons - one for each book. The casting of the main trio is just the beginning, with further announcements about the supporting cast expected to follow soon.
McLaughlin is no stranger to the entertainment industry, making waves with his upcoming role in 'Grow', a comedy on Sky featuring stars like Nick Frost.
Stanton is well-known for her role as Matilda in the acclaimed 'Matilda: The Musical' on the West End, while Stout marks his debut with his role as Ron Weasley.
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