Stop what you’re doing—HBO just unveiled the cast for their hotly awaited Harry Potter series, and it’s giving us ALL the vibes.
Dominic McLaughlin, a Scottish kid plucked from a sea of 30,000 hopefuls, is your new Harry Potter. Yep, the dude’s got the scar and the chops. Hermione? That’s Arabella Stanton, a West End star who’s no stranger to the spotlight. And Ron? Alastair Stout is stepping up to the plate as the ultimate sidekick.
But wait, there’s more! The OG Hogwarts gang is getting serious star power. John Lithgow is locked in as Dumbledore. Janet McTeer? She’s your fierce McGonagall. Paapa Essiedu nails the dark and moody Snape, and Nick Frost will be your lovable Hagrid. Talk about a cast reunion nobody knew we needed.
Filming kicks off this summer with a 2026 drop date. HBO promises to stick close to J.K. Rowling’s books — no weird shortcuts here.
Showrunner Francesca Gardiner told The Scottish Sun “This cast blends fresh talent with seasoned pros — magic in every scene.”
So, grab your butterbeer and get ready for a Hogwarts reboot that’s real, fresh, and oh so magical.