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HBO finds its new Harry, Ron and Hermione
HBO finds its new Harry, Ron and Hermione

New Indian Express

time28-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • New Indian Express

HBO finds its new Harry, Ron and Hermione

HBO has officially revealed the young actors who will bring Harry, Ron, and Hermione back to our screens in its brand-new Harry Potter TV series. After a huge search with over 30,000 children auditioning, the main trio has finally been chosen. Dominic McLaughlin will play Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton takes on the role of Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout will be Ron Weasley. All three were approved by J.K. Rowling herself, who called them 'wonderful.' Welcoming the cast, the makers shared on Instagram: 'Dear Mr Potter, Miss Granger, and Mr Weasley: We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.' This new series, made by HBO with Brontë Film and TV and Warner Bros, will be a faithful retelling of J.K. Rowling's original books. Each season will follow one book, giving the story more time to unfold than ever before. Filming begins in summer 2025, and the series is set to release in 2026 on HBO Max.

Harry Potter TV series: HBO unveils new-age Harry Potter, Hermione & Ron
Harry Potter TV series: HBO unveils new-age Harry Potter, Hermione & Ron

Business Standard

time28-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Business Standard

Harry Potter TV series: HBO unveils new-age Harry Potter, Hermione & Ron

The young leads for HBO's new Harry Potter TV series have been formally cast following an extensive search that attracted over 30,000 people for auditions. The series will feature Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter. The new HBO Harry Potter cast for the television series was approved by JK Rowling, the creator of the Harry Potter book series, who called the young actors playing Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and Harry Potter "wonderful." HBO's Harry Potter new cast: Official statements Welcoming the fresh actors into the series, the makers on Instagram commented: "Dear Mr Potter, Miss Granger, and Mr Weasley: We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please welcome Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley to the HBO Original Series Harry Potter." Showrunner Francesca Gardiner and executive producer and director Mark Mylod, while speaking about the series, said: "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. We would like to thank all the tens of thousands of children who auditioned. It's been a real pleasure to discover the plethora of young talent out there." Meet the new cast of HBO's Harry Potter TV series • Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter • Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger • Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley • John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore • Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape • Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell • Nick Frost as Rubius Hagrid • Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall • Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch. HBO's Harry Potter: All about the new series In the early 2000s, Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint became globally famous, thanks to the Harry Potter movie series. HBO is working with Brontë Film and TV and Warner Bros to make a TV series based on the franchise. Mark Mylod will direct several episodes, and Francesca Gardiner will write and run the show. JK Rowling, Ruth Kenley-Letts, Neil Blair, and David Heyman, the producer of the Harry Potter movie, are among the executive producers. Rowling's 'controversial' stance on trans rights in recent times has, however, led to some criticism about her involvement in the project. Casey Bloys, the HBO content chief, recently dismissed concerns that the show would be influenced by those viewpoints, stating that the emphasis is still on authentically interpreting the books. When and where to watch the new HBO Harry Potter series? Shooting for the new Harry Potter TV series will begin in the summer of 2025. The release is planned for 2026. We expect more casting announcements soon. The goal of the project is to give fans a fresh take on the series. Netizens' reaction to the new cast of HBO's Harry Potter series The internet has been divided over the new cast of the series, with many fans embracing the fresh faces and others sceptical about the reboot. One user wrote: 'Please tell Dominic, Arabella, and Alastair they are already loved by the fandom. We can't wait to see the show!' Another added: 'Not bad at all. Good luck to them. Hope they have fun making this for a new generation of Potterheads.' A fan praised the casting of Arabella Stanton as Hermione, noting: 'She actually looks like book Hermione — even the teeth Emma Watson didn't have.' However, not all reactions were positive. Some fans expressed disappointment, particularly with the casting of Snape and Hermione: 'After miscasting Snape, I have no faith left,' one fan wrote. Another added, 'The movies are superior — this remake will flop.' Despite the mixed reviews, excitement remains high, with many eager to see how this new generation of actors will bring Hogwarts back to life.

New Harry Potter Cast: Who Are Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton And Alastair Stout?
New Harry Potter Cast: Who Are Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton And Alastair Stout?

NDTV

time28-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • NDTV

New Harry Potter Cast: Who Are Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton And Alastair Stout?

New Delhi: It's official. Dominic McLaughlin will star as the new-age Harry Potter in the upcoming HBO television series. Arabella Stanton will play Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout will be seen as Ron Weasley. The makers announced the trio as the face of the new Harry Potter television show in an Instagram post, which read, "Dear Mr. Potter, Miss Granger, and Mr. Weasley: We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please welcome Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley to the HBO Original Series Harry Potter." The attached image featured the cast sitting in a meadow. Who is the new Harry Potter, Dominic McLaughlin? Dominic McLaughlin, set to play the titular character in the HBO series, has been described as a "screen newcomer". He was cast after he participated in an open casting call made by the makers last year for actors aged between 9 and 11. Before the Harry Potter series, Dominic had already been part of projects like the Sky Original film Grow and the upcoming BBC series Gifted, reported The Mirror. Both titles are set to release later this year. Who is the new Hermione Granger, Arabella Stanton? Arabella will play Hermione Granger in the upcoming Harry Potter television series. However, the young actress has already made a name for herself on stage. She played the lead role in Matilda: The Musical on London's West End from 2023 to 2024, captivating audiences with her charm and skill. Who is the new Ron Weasley, Alastair Stout? With no prior acting experience, the HBO series will be Alastair's big break as he plays the red-headed wizard in the Harry Potter series. Almost exactly like his predecessor Rupert Grint, this casting is one of the most precisely matched. The Harry Potter franchise launched Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint to worldwide fame in the early 2000s. Now, the HBO series could very well do the same for Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout. The series also features John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid. While there's no exact release date for the show yet, HBO aims to release it sometime in 2026 or 2027.

Who Is Arabella Stanton, The New Hermione Granger In HBO's Harry Potter Series
Who Is Arabella Stanton, The New Hermione Granger In HBO's Harry Potter Series

News18

time28-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • News18

Who Is Arabella Stanton, The New Hermione Granger In HBO's Harry Potter Series

Last Updated: HBO's new Harry Potter TV series reveals Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, and Arabella Stanton as the new trio. Fans eagerly await the magic. The magical world of Harry Potter is returning, this time as a television series. And fans have been experiencing a whirlwind of emotions. It's hard for Potterheads to put into words what it feels like to revisit the magic, but this time with a completely fresh cast. After months of speculation, HBO has finally revealed the young faces who will bring the beloved trio back to life. Dominic McLaughlin will portray Harry Potter, Alastair Stout steps into the shoes of Ron Weasley, and Arabella Stanton takes on the role of Hermione Granger in the upcoming Harry Potter original TV series. And ever since the big reveal, it's Arabella Stanton—our new Hermione, who has been capturing all the attention. Who is Arabella Stanton? Arabella Stanton, cast as Hermione Granger in HBO's upcoming adaptation, has already made a mark in the world of theatre. Between 2023 and 2024, she played the lead role in Matilda: The Musical on London's West End, wowing audiences with her performance. Just as Emma Watson rose to global fame through this iconic role, Arabella is now stepping into the spotlight as the new Hermione. She joins Dominic McLaughlin (Harry) and Alastair Stout (Ron) to form the next generation of the magical trio. And fans are already curious, will this trio manage to bring back the nostalgia of the wizarding world we all fell in love with? The Casting Process Casting such iconic roles is no easy task. Casting directors Lucy Bevan and Emily Brockman went through more than 30,000 auditions to find the perfect trio. '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," said showrunner Francesca Gardiner and executive producer/director Mark Mylod. Mylod added, 'The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic together onscreen. We would like to thank all the tens of thousands of children who auditioned. It's been a real pleasure to discover the plethora of young talent out there." HBO's Big Reveal On May 27, HBO made the official announcement via Instagram, posting the first photo of the new trio. The caption read, "Dear Mr. Potter, Miss Granger, and Mr. Weasley: We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry." Adding," Please welcome Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley to the HBO Original Series Harry Potter." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Max (@streamonmax) This young trio will join a star-studded cast, including John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Professor McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape and Nick Frost as Hagrid. With a mix of seasoned performers and rising talent, the series promises to be a faithful, detailed adaptation of JK Rowling's original books. Although the release date hasn't been announced yet, the anticipation is sky-high. Whether this new cast can truly revive the magic of the original films is yet to be seen. But for now, Potterheads are keeping their hopes high and their wands ready. First Published: May 28, 2025, 13:10 IST

'Harry Potter' series: These are the actors who will play the titular role, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley
'Harry Potter' series: These are the actors who will play the titular role, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley

GMA Network

time28-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • GMA Network

'Harry Potter' series: These are the actors who will play the titular role, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley

'Harry Potter' series has finally cast actors for the titular role, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley. On Wednesday, Max announced new actors Dominic McLaughlin to play Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. "The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic together onscreen," show runner and executive producer Francesca Gardiner and executive producer and episode director Mark Mylod said in a statement. On social media, Max posted a photo of the three screen newcomers and said "Dear Mr. Potter, Miss Granger, and Mr. Weasley: We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry." "Please welcome Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley to the HBO Original Series Harry Potter," it added. The announcement comes at the heels of the declaration of John Lithgow as school headmaster Albus Dumbledore, and Papa Essiedu as Severus Snape. Janet McTeer will play transfiguration teacher and Gryffindor's head of house Mineral McGonagall, while Nick Frost, Rubeus Hagrid. All four will be regular cast members. Other casting announcements include Luke Thallon, who will play Defense of the Dark Arts teacher Quirinus Quirell; and Paul Whitehouse, who will play Argus Filch, a squib and the Hogwarts caretaker. The "Harry Potter" series was first announced in 2023. With author J.R. Rowling as executive producer, the series promises to be a faithful adaptation of the beloved Potter books. Streaming will be exclusively on HBO Max, where the complete Harry Pottery movie collection is available for streaming. — LA, GMA Integrated News

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