HBO is closing to casting its new Severus Snape for the upcoming Harry Potter TV collection.
The Hollywood Reporter has revealed that HBO is eyeing British actor Paapa Essiedu for the position of Severus Snape in its upcoming Harry Potter TV collection. Identified for his acclaimed work in I Could Destroy You, Essiedu has reportedly been supplied the half, although it stays unclear if negotiations are underway.
In a press release relating to Esseidu’s casting, HBO advised THR that, “We admire that such a high-profile collection will draw numerous rumor and hypothesis. As we make our method by means of pre-production, we’ll solely verify particulars as we finalize offers.”
Every part we learn about HBO’s Harry Potter TV collection
The Harry Potter collection, set to debut in 2026, is among the most high-profile initiatives at the moment in growth at HBO. The present is aiming to reimagine J.Okay. Rowling’s beloved wizarding world for a brand new technology, with casting for iconic roles like Snape, Dumbledore, and Voldemort sparking important buzz. Whereas stories point out that Mark Rylance is near being solid as Albus Dumbledore, THR claims that the rumors linking Cillian Murphy to the position of Lord Voldemort are inaccurate.
No actors have been formally confirmed for the Harry Potter collection, which goals to supply a extra complete adaptation of Rowling’s novels in comparison with the unique movie collection. The collection is predicted to premiere in late 2026 or early 2027 on HBO.
Alan Rickman famously introduced Severus Snape to life within the Harry Potter movies, delivering a efficiency that balanced the character’s stern exterior together with his deeply emotional and tragic backstory. Snape is a pivotal determine in J.Okay. Rowling’s books, serving as each an antagonist and an sudden hero whose loyalties and motivations are solely absolutely revealed in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows.
Francesca Gardiner serves as author and govt producer for the collection, with Mark Mylod set to direct a number of episodes. The undertaking is produced in affiliation with Brontë Movie and TV and Warner Bros. Tv, with further govt producers together with J.Okay. Rowling, Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts, and David Heyman.
Keep tuned for the most recent information relating to HBO’s Harry Potter TV collection.
