Every Scots actor to appear in Harry Potter as new rising star set for TV adaptation

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THERE'S so many familiar Scottish faces to star in Harry Potter - some have gone on to surprising careers
SCOTS SPELL Every Scots actor to appear in Harry Potter as new rising star set for TV adaptation
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A SCOTTISH youngster is set for superstardom after being cast as Harry Potter in HBO's TV adaptation of the famous book series.
Dominic McLaughlin, 12, from Glasgow, is following in the footsteps of Hollywood favourite Daniel Radcliffe by taking on the title role at Hogwarts.
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Dominic, who will also star in upcoming series Gifted, has been cast as Harry Potter.
The show is described as a "faithful adaptation" of the beloved books by author and executive producer JK Rowling.
We previously revealed how HBO's series will be filmed in a £1billion mini town - including a school and medical centre.
Dominic is the latest in a long line of Scottish actors to enjoy stints in the Harry Potter universe.
Here are some familiar faces who played a part in the eight movies released between 2001 and 2011.
Sean Biggerstaff
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Sean's character leads the way.
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The Glaswegian actor, 42, is best known for playing Oliver Wood and appearing in Philosopher's Stone, Chamber of Secrets and Deathly Hallows – Part 2.
As Quidditch Captain Oliver, he played a key role in helping Harry feel at home at Hogwarts.
He's not been very prolific in his post-Potter career - taking on parts in the Whisky Galore! film and TV shows Urban Myths and Good Omens.
Veronica Clifford
The veteran actress, 80, portrayed Mrs Mason in The Chamber of Secrets - she and her husband were dinner guests of the Dursleys.
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Clifford, from Stirling, featured in a hilarious scene when a pudding lands on her head, the work of house elf Dobby who's trying to stop Harry from going back to Hogwarts.
Since then she's appeared in films like Alfie and TV hits such as Gentleman Jack.
Robbie Coltrane
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Hagrid was a beloved character in the films.
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The legendary Scottish actor died at the age of 72 in 2022.
He gained worldwide recognition as the gentle giant Hagrid in all eight Harry Potter films.
The James Bond and Tutti Frutti star, from Rutherglen, appeared less on screen in his later years but was made an OBE in the 2006 New Year's honours list.
Shirley Henderson
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Shirley Henderson in Harry Potter as Moaning Myrtle.
The Trainspotting actress, 59, played Moaning Myrtle in the Chamber of Secrets and the Goblet of Fire.
Henderson, from Forres, Moray, was actually 37 when she played the 14-year-old, toilet-dwelling ghost.
The star has continued to enjoy showbiz success, with appearances in several movies from the Bridget Jones' film franchise.
She was also cast in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and more recently the Netflix hit programme Dept.Q.
Katie Leung
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Katie in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
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Leung famously gave Harry Potter his first ever kiss in Order of the Phoenix.
The actress, 37, from Motherwell, appeared in four of the films as his romantic interest Cho Chang.
She then starred in Trainspotting: T2 and telly series Annika - with a big role in Bridgerton coming next year.
Kelly Macdonald
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Kelly MacDonald as Grey Lady in Harry Potter And the Deathly Hallows.
The Trainspotting and Boardwalk empire star, 49, played the Grey Lady in The Deathly Hallow: Part 2.
Macdonald, from Glasgow, later voiced Merida in Brave and featured in top TV shows like Line of Duty and Star Wars: Skelton Crew.
She's currently part of Netflix series Dept. Q where she portrays Dr Rachel Irving.
David O'Hara
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Albert Runcorn in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1.
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Hardman actor O'Hara, from Glasgow, portrayed the Ministry of Magic employee Albert Runcorn in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1.
The Glaswegian star, 59, is best known as Irishman Stephen in Braveheart and mobster Fitzy in The Departed.
More recently he appeared in TV shows Luther, Gotham and Agents of Shield.
Peter Mullan
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Peter Mullan attends the World premiere for Season Two of The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power.
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The Scottish acting legend, 65, portrayed Yaxley in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.
Mullan, from Glasgow, later admitted he accepted the role as a servant of the dark lord so that his kids could visit the set and meet their heroes.
Since then he's enjoyed stints in telly shows Ozark, Westworld and The Lord of the Rings TV adaption.
David Tennant
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David Tennant in the Goblet of Fire.
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The former Doctor Who actor, 54, played Wizard and Voldemort follower Bartemius Crouch Junior in Goblet of Fire.
One of the most recognisable faces on TV, the star, from Bathgate, has continued racking up top jobs.
Since his Potter part, Tennant has enjoyed successful stints in Broadchurch, Jessica Jones and Good Omens.
Jimmy Vee
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Jimmy has appeared in some amazing films.
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The actor, 66, had an uncredited scene as a goblin in the very first Harry Potter film.
It was his first movie role and since then he's made his name as R2-D2 in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, replacing the late Kenny Baker.
He also appeared in Elton John biopic Rocketman in 2019 and Netflix hit The Witcher in 2022.