Harry Potter TV Series: Young Actors Revealed

HBO has announced the young actors who will star in their upcoming TV adaptation of the Harry Potter book series. After an extensive search involving over 30,000 children, they have chosen Dominic McLaughlin to play Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley.

The show's creators, including showrunner Francesca Gardiner and executive producer Mark Mylod, expressed their excitement about the young actors' talents. They believe these newcomers will bring magic to the screen when they perform together.

In addition to the young leads, several well-known adult actors have been cast in key roles. John Lithgow will portray Hogwarts headmaster Albus Dumbledore, while Janet McTeer and Paapa Essiedu will play Professors McGonagall and Snape, respectively.

The TV series aims to be a faithful adaptation of J.K. Rowling's beloved books, with the author herself serving as an executive producer. Unlike the movies, the show will span at least a decade, allowing more time to explore the books' storylines in depth. Fans can look forward to the first series potentially airing in 2026 on HBO Max.