Overview
- John Lithgow is set to play Albus Dumbledore, with Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid.
- Additional roles include Luke Thallon as Quirinus Quirrell and Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch in recurring appearances.
- Casting for the central trio of Harry, Hermione, and Ron remains undecided following an open casting call that attracted over 30,000 submissions.
- The series, described as a 'faithful adaptation,' will explore the books in greater detail, dedicating one season to each of the seven novels.
- Filming is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2025 at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, with a planned premiere in 2026.