Harry Potter is a series of seven novels written by JK Rowling, which was later turned into a film franchise by Warner Bros. While the popularity of the film series grew among the fans, the world of wizards became an integral part of every child’s growing up years, the makers made a decision which left the entire world stunned. They announced the return of the popular series, but this time as a television series, which left the fans excited. Now, HBO has announced the lead trio for the series, making the return of the wizards a step closer.
Harry Potter web series’ lead trio
According to reports, the series will be a faithful adaptation of the original novels by JK Rowling and is being made by US TV giant, HBO. After a thorough search, the team finally selected the lead trio, including ‘Harry Potter’, ‘Ron Weasley’, and ‘Hermione Granger’. The team went over 32,000 auditions before making the final call for the role. The makers were adamant about finding the perfect cast for the series who emulate the same perfection and legacy as was once portrayed by Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint.
The TV giant announced the cast on their Instagram handle on the late night of May 27, 2025 (IST) and introduced the world to Dominic McLaughlin, who will be seen in the role of the legendary young wizard, ‘Harry Potter’, Arabella Stanton who will mark her debut in the world of magic as ‘Hermione Granger’ and Alastair Stout in the role of the ace wizard and friend, ‘Ron Weasley’. The TV giant stated:
“Dear Mr. Potter, Miss Granger, and Mr. Weasley: We are pleased to inform you that you have a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Please welcome Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley to the HBO Original Series Harry Potter.”
HBO turned off the comment section
Interestingly, while introducing the star cast, the US TV giant, HBO turned the comment section on the post off. The comment section on the post after and prior to the Harry Potter cast reveal is still turned on. Making the netizens believe that the decision could be a step to protect the young actors from backlash, if there is any. The trio’s social media profiles have also not been tagged in the photograph.
Other finalised cast for Harry Potter
Joining the leads will be John Lithgow as ‘Albus Dumbledore’, Janet McTeer as ‘Minerva McGonagall’, Paapa Essiedu as ‘Severus Snape’, Nick Frost as ‘Rubeus Hagrid’, Luke Thallon as ‘Quirinus Quirrell’, and Paul Whitehouse as ‘Argus Filch’. Francesca Gardiner, who also serves as showrunner, is reportedly the writer and executive producer of the Harry Potter series. It will be based on the seven books penned by JK Rowling, who has recently been under fire for her controversial views on the transgender community.
Harry Potter web series set
A new replica of ‘Harry Potter’s’ Privet Drive in the fictional Surrey town of Little Whinging, have also been updated with Tudor features. The set alone comes at a massive cost of 1.27 billion US dollars. A source close to the publication was quoted revealing that Warner Bros has made a huge commitment to the TV series. They added that they are looking to make multiple lengthy series over the decades and have pumped in a hefty amount of capital for the same. The source shared that the series will take place over the coming decades, so keeping the cast and crew requirements in mind, they have decided to build a facility that can accommodate them all.
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