Los Angeles, British actor Papa Essiedu is in talks to play the beloved Professor Severus Snape in HBO’s adaptation of the “Harry Potter” series.
Essiedu made a splash in 2020 with his performance in the HBO miniseries “I May Destroy You” and later appeared in “Anne Boleyn”, “Gangs of London”, “The Lazarus Project” and “Black Mirror” as well as “Murder On”. Acted in films like Orient Express” and “Main”.
Sources told US news outlet The Hollywood Reporter that Essiedu has not yet formally accepted the role of Snape, one of the most important characters in author JK Rowling’s book series and their film adaptations.
Characterized by his sharp wit and sarcastic demeanor, Snape is a complex and multifaceted character who serves as a Potions Master at Hogwarts. He appears to be loyal to Voldemort, while secretly aiding Dumbledore and saving his late crush’s son, Harry Potter, from him.
The role was famously played by the late Alan Rickman in eight Warner Bros. films.
As of now, no actors have been officially cast in the Harry Potter series, which is expected to debut in 2026.
Earlier, Oscar winner Mark Rylance was in talks to play the role of Headmaster Albus Dumbledore.
According to the outlet, the show’s three leads Harry, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley will likely be newcomers.
Warner Bros. launched an open casting call earlier this year for kids ages 9 to 11.
According to the official logline, the series will be a faithful adaptation of the beloved book series with Rowling serving as an executive producer.
“The series will feature a new cast to lead a new generation of fans, filled with stunning detail and the much-loved characters that ‘Harry Potter’ fans have loved for more than twenty-five years.
It reads, “Each season will bring ‘Harry Potter’ and these incredible adventures to new audiences around the world, while the original, classic and cherished films will remain at the core of the franchise and remain available to watch globally.”
Francesca Gardiner will serve as showrunner and executive producer on the show. Mark Mylod, known for his work on shows like “The Affair”, “Game of Thrones” and “Succession”, will direct several episodes.
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