Harry Potter legend breaks his silence as replacement cast in upcoming HBO TV series
Several cast members have been announced for the TV series
passing mantle Harry Potter legend breaks his silence as replacement cast in upcoming HBO TV series
A HARRY Potter fan favourite has addressed his successor being cast in the upcoming TV show.
The HBO adaptation has been announcing new stars playing beloved roles in the series.
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Jason Isaacs has reacted to a major casting in the Harry Potter TV show
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He played Lucius Malfoy in the smash hit film series
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Johnny Flynn has been cast as Lucius for the HBO series
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Among them is Johnny Flynn, who is set to play villainous Lucius Malfoy.
Fans know Lucius is the father of Harry's rival Draco Malfoy, as well as a Death Eather serving Lord Voldemort.
Johnny, 42, is well-known for Channel 4 sitcom Lovesick, as well as films Stardust and One Life.
Meanwhile, Jason Isaacs, who played Lucius in the film series, shared his thoughts on Johnny's casting.
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Speaking in a video shared on Instagram, Jason said: "I just heard that the great Johnny Flynn will be playing Lucius Malfoy in the new Harry Potter TV series.
"Which is sensational news for Harry Potter fans, of which I am one.
"Johnny is a brilliant actor. Rather irritatingly, he's a brilliant musician as well and he's a really lovely guy.
"We did a film called Operation Mincemeat together and I adored him.
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As you will too, when you see him in the show. I can't wait to see what he comes up with!"
In a reference to Lucius' storyline, Jason added: "So Johnny, if you ever watch this, enjoy yourself.
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"Have fun, I'll see you at Hogwarts."
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One fan commented: "Forever our Lucius. But so excited to welcome Johnny."
Another added: "When THE Lucius approved the new Lucius."
Harry Potter TV series: the cast so far
A new adaptation of JK Rowling's smash-hit novels, several cast members have been revealed for the Harry Potter TV show.
They include: Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter
Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley
Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger
John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall
Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape
Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid
Luke Thallon as Professor Quirrell
Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch
Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy
Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley
Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy
Bertie Carvel as Cornelius Fudge
Bel Powley as Petuna Dursley
Daniel Rigby as Vernon Dursley
While a third shared: "Humble as always Jason. The original cast will never ever be replaced but I'm excited to see what the series will be like."
The cast also includes screen newcomers Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout and Arabella Stanton as Harry, Ron and Hermione.
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Legendary actor John Lithgow will be portraying Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore.
Earlier this week, a further nine castings were revealed - including for Molly Weasley and Draco Malfoy.
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