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Daily Record
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
New favourite for huge Harry Potter role named after major cast update
They are currently the frontrunner after being cast for the same part in another series A new favourite has emerged to be cast in a pivotal role for the forthcoming HBO Harry Potter series following a major cast update. The majority of the main stars have already been unveiled for the new adaptation, including the rising young actors who will portray the eponymous character and his best mates Hermione Grainger and Ron Weasley. They are already accompanied by renowned comic actors John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore and Nick Frost as Hagrid. The studio has also announced its decision to cast Paapa Essiedu as Professor Severus Snape. However, it remains unconfirmed who will play the series' antagonist, Lord Voldemort. A star from Marvel and Succession is now tipped to take on the part. This follows casting news for a new audiobook series. Audible have disclosed that all the books will receive Full-Cast Audio Editions, reports the Mirror. While previous Harry Potter novels were narrated by Stephen Fry, these new versions will feature a full roster of stars portraying each character. This includes Matthew Macfadyen as Lord Voldemort, leading to speculation that he is the new favourite to also play the role for HBO. Other cast members include Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape, Michelle Gomez as Professor McGonagall and Cush Jumbo as the narrator. The speculation surrounding Macfadyen's potential casting in the television series, which could span a decade, comes as Arabella Stanton, the young actress set to play Hermione Granger in the HBO series, is also slated to voice the character in the first three instalments of the Audible audio series. According to OBLG, the actor who portrayed Tom Wambsgans in HBO's hit drama series Succession is now even odds to also take on the role on screen, making him the current outright favourite. However, he's not the only high-profile star in contention. Other Marvel stars, a former Doctor Who and an Oscar winner are also reportedly under consideration. The current odds are: Cillian Murphy is currently considered a long shot, following the Irish actor's recent Academy Award win for his performance in Oppenheimer. He recently received endorsement from Ralph Fiennes, who played the part in the films. Speaking on a US chat show, Fiennes said: "Cillian is a fantastic actor. That's a wonderful suggestion. I would be all in favour of Cillian." Interestingly, Fiennes only debuted as Voldemort from the fourth film when he is first seen in his true form, with Richard Bremmer portraying the character who must not be named when he is hiding on Professor Quirrel's head. Meanwhile, Murphy is also being tipped to be cast as the next James Bond villain.
Calgary Herald
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
Ryan Reynolds as Lord Voldemort? No, that's not really happening
Article content 'Ryan Reynolds Lord Voldemort' was a top trending topic on Google this morning. Article content A quick search on the two seemingly unrelated names yielded a number of prominent headlines proclaiming things like 'Deadpool star confirmed as Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter.' Article content While Vancouver's favourite Merc with a Mouth is the immediate name that would come to mind after reading such a statement … a deeper look into the matter (i.e., actually reading the full article rather than just the headline) paints a different picture. Article content The Deadpool actor who has actually been confirmed to join the new Harry Potter audiobook project as Lord Voldemort is not Reynolds. It's Matthew Macfadyen (an actor best known to many as Mr. Darcy). Article content The British actor, who played the role of rogue agent Mr. Paradox in the film Deadpool & Wolverine, will join a reported 200 other actors who will lend their voices to the new Harry Potter audiobook series. Additional boldface names on the project roster include: Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape, and Frankie Treadway as Harry Potter (in the first three audiobooks). Article content Article content Article content
Vancouver Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Ryan Reynolds as Lord Voldemort? No, that's not really happening
'Ryan Reynolds Lord Voldemort' was a top trending topic on Google this morning. A quick search on the two seemingly unrelated names yielded a number of prominent headlines proclaiming things like 'Deadpool star confirmed as Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter.' While Vancouver's favourite Merc with a Mouth is the immediate name that would come to mind after reading such a statement … a deeper look into the matter (i.e., actually reading the full article rather than just the headline) paints a different picture. The Deadpool actor who has actually been confirmed to join the new Harry Potter audiobook project as Lord Voldemort is not Reynolds. It's Matthew Macfadyen (an actor best known to many as Mr. Darcy). The British actor, who played the role of rogue agent Mr. Paradox in the film Deadpool & Wolverine, will join a reported 200 other actors who will lend their voices to the new Harry Potter audiobook series. Additional boldface names on the project roster include: Hugh Laurie as Albus Dumbledore, Riz Ahmed as Professor Snape, and Frankie Treadway as Harry Potter (in the first three audiobooks). The full-cast audiobooks are set to be released on Audible in the coming months. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. This isn't the first time Harry Potter has been released in an audiobook format. Single-voice recordings of the bestselling book series are already available, voiced by Jim Dale and Stephen Fry. In other recent Reynolds news, the actor and sports team owner's beer recently landed on liquor store shelves in B.C. Called Wrexham Lager, the Welsh beer company is said to be the oldest lager brand in the U.K.
Glasgow Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Deadpool star confirmed as Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter
Actor and comedian Hugh Laurie and Succession star Matthew Macfadyen will appear in a brand new full-cast Harry Potter audiobook series. The stars are among 200 actors lending their voices to bring to life the characters from JK Rowling's wizarding world for an immersive audio series. Set to be rolled out on Audible in the coming months, it will involve the release of the audiobooks with 'original music and real-world sound capture to create an immersive audio experience'. Matthew Macfadyen is Lord Voldemort in HARRY POTTER: The Full-Cast Audio Editions — Wizarding World Direct (@WW_Direct) August 5, 2025 Laurie, best known for his roles in Blackadder and House, will portray Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, while Macfadyen, who recently starred in the new Deadpool, takes on the antagonist Lord Voldemort. Macfadyen recently played Paradox in the new Deadpool film, attempting to recruit Deadpool to his subfaction of the Time Variance Authority. Laurie said: 'I'm honoured to have been trusted with the keys to Albus Dumbledore, and thrilled to be able to take him around the track of this beautiful incarnation by Pottermore and Audible. 'I'm also deeply conscious of previous drivers Richard Harris, Michael Gambon, Jude Law and the iconic narrations by Jim Dale and m'colleague Sir Stephen Fry. "Just below the horizon, but headed our way, is the rough beast John Lithgow, his hour come round at last. This is great company, and it's a privilege to be among their number.' Recommended reading: The novels have previously been produced into single-voice recordings by Jim Dale and Stephen Fry. Newcomers Frankie Treadaway, Max Lester, and Arabella Stanton will play Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger, respectively, in the first three audiobooks, while Jaxon Knopf, Rhys Mulligan, and Nina Barker-Francis will voice the trio in the final four. Soon after the news was announced, fans said online they were 'loving the sound of this'.
Express Tribune
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
HBO's Harry Potter reboot reportedly casts Voldemort in secret
Recent reports suggest that Lord Voldemort has been cast for HBO's upcoming Harry Potter television reboot, though the actor's identity has not been officially disclosed. Filming began in July 2025 at Leavesden Studios, where the original film series was also shot. The speculation began after an anonymous social media post claimed that the role of Voldemort had already been filled but that the studio plans to keep the casting secret until the show premieres. Fan accounts have since circulated similar claims, indicating that the Dark Lord will appear earlier than expected possibly across multiple episodes in season one. A rumor originating from the fan account MovieMagick added fuel, stating that while the casting is reportedly confirmed, the reveal will be withheld. It also named Cillian Murphy and Matt Smith as rumored front-runners for the role, though neither actor nor the studio has confirmed or commented publicly. Major outlets covering the series have noted that HBO is still finalizing key details around the character's inclusion and timeline. While initial expectations were that Voldemort might not appear until later seasons, the new speculation suggests his arc could begin far sooner. No official statements have been made by HBO or Warner Bros. The series is slated to premiere in 2027, with the first two seasons expected to consist of six episodes each. Casting for Harry, Hermione, and Ron has already been officially announced.
