John Lithgow Reportedly in Talks to Play Dumbledore in HBO's Harry Potter Reboot

The potential casting of the American actor suggests a shift in the series' traditional preference for British performers.

John Lithgow, a two-time Emmy winner, is reportedly in final negotiations to play Albus Dumbledore in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series.
If confirmed, this would mark a departure from the original films’ policy of exclusively casting British actors in major roles.
HBO has not officially confirmed Lithgow's casting, stating that details will be announced as deals are finalized.
The new Harry Potter adaptation is planned as a decade-long series, with each season covering one book in J.K. Rowling's original series.
Production is set to begin in summer 2025, with the series expected to debut in late 2026 or early 2027.