HBO reveals new Harry Potter cast: Meet the fresh faces of the Wizarding World
The original film roles famously launched the careers of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint in the early 2000s. HBO is hoping to recreate some of that magic with this new cast.advertisementSupporting Star-Studded CastThe three are part of a cast comprising John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Nick Frost as Hagrid, Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell, and Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch.Production and Creative TeamThe series is produced in association with Bront Film and TV and Warner Bros. Television. Gardiner is a writer and showrunner, with Mylod directing several episodes. Author J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts, and David Heyman are executive producers.Controversy Surrounds RowlingJ.K. Rowling remains involved with the series despite ongoing criticism of her opinions on the transgender community. HBO content chief Casey Bloys addressed the matter, stating that Rowling's opinions are her own and do not reflect the content of the show.ALSO READ: Shakira falls on stage in Montreal during 'Whenever, Wherever' performance
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