Our Top 7 Cast Predictions For HBO's Upcoming Harry Potter Series
These stars can make it into the new Harry Potter adaptation.
Ever since HBO Max announced their plans to reboot Harry Potter earlier this year, the fandom has been discussing the show's casting options. Of course, the beloved characters are now strongly associated with the actors who portrayed them in the hit movie series, but there are plenty of stars who could look just as good in these cult roles.
Here are seven best cast predictions for the impending TV reboot!
Ben Whishaw as Professor Snape
Over the years, the star of Perfume: The Story of a Murderer has played a large number of roles in movies, TV series, and on stage. Without a doubt, Ben Whishaw has the skills and charisma to portray such a complex character as Severus Snape.
Olivia Colman as Professor McGonagall
Widely known for her role as Queen Elizabeth II in Netflix's The Crown, Olivia Colman is an absolute legend of the contemporary British film and television industry.
A strong performer who can be both funny and a bit quirky, Colman can absolutely steal the audiences' hearts as the new Professor McGonagall.
Max Minghella as Professor Lupin
The Emmy-winning star of The Handmaid's Tale is wanted as the next incarnation of Professor Lupin. Played by Max Minghella, the beloved character will score even more fans.
Kristian Nairn as Hagrid
The actor behind one-line Game of Thrones character Hodor is simply made for the role of the kind, sturdy half-giant. Kristian Nairn's portrayal of Hagrid will be very organic, fans say.
Hannah Waddingham as Narcissa Malfoy
The actress worked with HBO on Game of Thrones as Septa Unella, so we may expect the producers to approach Hannah with the invitation to play Draco Malfoy's mother, Narcissa.
Waddingham's most recent role as Rebecca Welton on Ted Lasso totally proved she can play powerful iron ladies.
Tom Ellis as Sirius Black
The Lucifer star has the charisma and looks to portray many fans' favorite character, Sirius Black. And in case HBO decides to go down the musical road with their adaptation of Harry Potter, Tom Ellis can also sing… just saying!
Jude Law as Dumbledore
The actor plays the younger version of Dumbledore in the Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them branch of the franchise, so it is only natural to expect him to take up the part in the upcoming TV series. Fans claim Law's portrayal of Dumbledore is absolutely amazing, so there is no point inviting another actor for the role.