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HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series in Talks with John Lithgow, Who Is American, to Play Dumbledore
John Lithgow, who is American, is nearing a deal to portray Professor Albus Dumbledore in HBO ‘s upcoming “Harry Potter” series reboot, according to a report in Deadline.
John Lithgow may star as Dumbledore in HBO’s Harry Potter series
Thus far, HBO has yet to confirm any of the cast members who are slated to appear in Harry Potter. Ralph Fiennes, who played the evil wizard Lord Voldemort in the films, has endorsed Cillian Murphy as his successor. Other actors rumored to be up for roles on the show include Brett Goldstein as Rubeus Hagrid and Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape.
New Harry Potter TV series reportedly in final talks with award-winning actor to play Dumbledore
According to reports in multiple US outlets, two-time Emmy winner John Lithgow is reportedly in final talks to play the Hogwarts headmaster in HBO‘s forthcoming Harry Potter series based on JK Rowling’s best-selling books about the Boy Who Lived.
Harry Potter: HBO reportedly eyeing John Lithgow for the role of Albus Dumbledore
HBO’s Harry Potter television series which is slated for release in 2026-27 has started assembling their cast with the latest addition of John Lithgow.
HBO Reportedly in Final Talks With John Lithgow to Play Dumbledore in Harry Potter Series
HBO is reportedly in final talks with Shrek actor John Lithgow to bring him in to play Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Harry Potter reboot.
John Lithgow in Talks to Play Dumbledore in HBO's ‘Harry Potter' Series
The premium cabler is in talks with John Lithgow to play Albus Dumbledore, the headmaster of the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. News of Lithgow's potential involvement follows THR's reporting that British actor Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You) is in discussions to play Professor Severus Snape.
‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Eyes John Lithgow to Play Dumbledore
John Lithgow is in final talks to play Albus Dumbledore in HBO’s upcoming adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s “ Harry Potter ” books.
John Lithgow Nears Deal To Play Dumbledore In HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series
John Lithgow is in final negotiations to portray Professor Albus Dumbledore in HBO's series adaptation of the hugely popular fantasy books.
John Lithgow Is Reportedly Nearing A Deal To Play Dumbledore In The Harry Potter Series, And I Can’t Believe How Scattered Fans’ Reactions Are
Dumbledore was an eccentric goofball in the books and that was missing in the movies.” - @CortFreeman "Weird choice. Maybe it could work but still odd..." -@
Shrek and Interstellar star John Lithgow to play Dumbledore in HBO's Harry Potter TV show
HBO's Harry Potter TV series may have found its Hogwarts headmaster. According to Deadline, John Lithgow is in talks to play Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming series. Not much else is known at this time.
John Lithgow in Final Talks for Iconic Role in HBO's Harry Potter Reboot Series
The upcoming Harry Potter TV reboot is expected to start filming this summer, and rumors about the cast have been going on for a few months. Now, it looks like fans might be ready to find out who will take over the beloved characters.
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