The development of the Harry Potter franchise into a long-format film series has generated a mix of excitement and concern among fans. Warner Bros. and HBO made this final decision after the Fantastic Beasts series struggled at the box office, raising doubts about the viability of creating a film adaptation for the ninth installment of Harry Potter. Recently, a list of potential cast members for the Harry Potter television series has been shared by Hollywood insiders, causing a stir among fans.
According to reports, Screen Rant has released a list of actors considered for the Harry Potter television series, leaving many fans confused. The central character of Harry Potter will not be played by Daniel Radcliffe anymore, as he is being replaced by leading candidates Tom Holland and Asa Butterfield—two rising stars in the British acting scene.
Tom Holland is currently one of the most notable young British actors, gaining fame for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. On the other hand, Asa Butterfield has made a name for himself playing Otis in Sex Education. Interestingly, Butterfield was previously in the running to portray the character for Holland’s role.
In addition to the lead roles, Screen Rant also hinted at actors for other key characters. The role of Ron Weasley is being considered for Finn Wolfhard (from Stranger Things) and Jacob Elordi. Meanwhile, Millie Bobby Brown, known for her role in Stranger Things, could have a significant opportunity to play Hermione if she surpasses actress Saoirse Ronan. Other iconic characters like Dumbledore, Snape, and Voldemort have also been mentioned.
These details about the cast were reportedly sourced from ChatGPT and AI technologies. Currently, Warner Bros. and HBO have only officially announced the adaptation of Harry Potter into a long-format film series and have yet to proceed with the casting process.
However, Screen Rant also noted that this list of potential actors is not definitive. The names mentioned could vary greatly and may not represent the final cast for the entire Harry Potter series, particularly concerning returning talents. For the role of Dumbledore, actors Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart could be potential choices, while Marvel stars like Tom Hiddleston and Benedict Cumberbatch might also be considered for complex characters like Snape or Voldemort.
Source: Screen Rant
