HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Casts 9 More Roles, Including Draco Malfoy

HBO has added additional crucial characters, such as the Malfoys and the Dursleys, for their upcoming Harry Potter television show.

The upcoming TV version of J.K. Rowling’s magical series has revealed that nine actors will portray important characters in the initial season, as they bring Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone to life on screen.

In the picture before you, I find myself excitedly identifying some of my favorite characters! From left to right, we have Katherine Parkinson playing Molly Weasley, Lox Pratt stepping into Draco Malfoy’s shoes, Johnny Flynn bringing Lucius Malfoy to life, Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan, Alessia Leoni capturing Parvati Patil, Sienna Moosah embodying Lavender Brown, Bel Powley portraying Petunia Dursley, Daniel Rigby becoming Vernon Dursley, and Bertie Carvel taking on the role of Cornelius Fudge.

To maintain authenticity to the characters’ ages as depicted in the books, the actors portraying Harry’s muggle aunt and uncle appear slightly younger than their counterparts in the Warner Bros. movies (played by Richard Griffiths and Fiona Shaw). In the novels, these characters are around thirty-five when the story of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone begins.

Nine new actors have been added to the previously announced lineup, with Emmy winner John Lithgow portraying the compassionate yet wise Albus Dumbledore, Oscar nominee Janet McTeer taking on the role of the stern Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu stepping into Severus Snape’s sneering persona, Nick Frost cast as Rubeus Hagrid, the gentle giant gamekeeper, Luke Thallon as Defense Against the Dark Arts Professor Quirinus Quirrel, and Paul Whitehouse playing the grumpy caretaker Argus Filch.

In this newly revealed ensemble of child actors, Dominic McLaughlin takes on the role of Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton becomes Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout steps into the shoes of the latest Ron Weasley.

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The young cast announced earlier is now complete with Dominic McLaughlin playing Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout taking on the role of the revamped Ron Weasley.

HBO intends to transform each of J.K. Rowling’s seven novels into separate TV seasons. Recently, they have reiterated their commitment to this adaptation within the Harry Potter universe, emphasizing that it will stay true to the beloved book series. The cast will be fresh and gifted, appealing to a new wave of fans while retaining the intricate details and cherished characters that Harry Potter enthusiasts have enjoyed for over two decades. Each season promises to delve into every nook and cranny of the wizarding world, bringing the captivating tales of Harry Potter to both old and new viewers. Exclusively on Max, this series will be accessible globally, including countries like Turkey, U.K., Germany, Italy, and more. The original films will continue to form the heart of the franchise and can be watched worldwide.

Francesca Gardiner serves as both showrunner and executive producer, while Mark Mylod directs several episodes and holds the title of executive producer. The series is overseen by J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts from Brontë Film and TV, and David Heyman of Heyday Films in their roles as executive producers.

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2025-06-09 18:24