The first substantive news about casting for HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter show, likely to arrive in 2027, has attached the name of a specific actor
The first substantive news about casting for HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter show, likely to arrive in 2027, has attached the name of a specific actor to a specific role, potentially.
THR is reporting that Paapa Essiedu has been offered the role of Severus Snape in the Harry Potter series, a part formerly occupied by the legendary, departed Alan Rickman across eight films.
The actor is mostly known for roles in I May Destroy You and Gangs of London, and this would be a significant leap in his profile to occupy one of the key roles in a show that will likely span a decade or more.
HBO gave this statement to THR about the report:
“We appreciate that such a high-profile series will draw a lot of rumor and speculation. As we make our way through pre-production, we will only confirm details as we finalize deals.
