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Meet Your New Ron, Harry And Hermione: Warner Bros. Latest Harry Potter Casting Announcement Comes With A First Look Pic
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. There are popular franchises, and then there's Harry Potter. The Wizarding World is a sensation that has spanned books, video games, stage plays, theme parks, and (of course) the Harry Potter movies. Those titles are some of the best book to screen adaptations ever, but hardcore fans are eager to see the novels become extra fleshed out in the developing live-action TV series. The cast has slowly been coming together, and now we've gotten a photo of the new Ron, Harry, and Hermione together. What we know about the Harry Potter TV show has been limited, but a number of casting announcement have come over the last few months. While it was exciting to learn Lohn Lithgow will play Dumbledore, fans have been wondering about our three heroes. Now we know Dominic McLaughlin will play Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton will play Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout will play Ron Weasley. Check out the trio together below: The Wizarding World's three primary heroes are officially cast, and they look pretty perfect for their roles. The Harry Potter movie cast grew up before our eyes, and we'll get the same privilege with this trio of young actors. Author J.K. Rowling writes about these characters' hair at great length, and they all certainly look accurate to the books. Max: Plans start from $9.99 a monthThe Harry Potter franchise is streaming on Max, which will be the home of the TV series. Pay $9.99 a month for its With Ads plan, and with three tiers available following a Max subscription. View Deal Fans might note that Hermione actress Arabella Stanton is an actress of color, standing in juxtaposition to Emma Watson. Hermione's race is never explicitly mentioned in the Potter books, as much as she's supposed to have curly hair. There was some backlash when Black actress Noma Dumezweni was cast in the role for Cursed Child's Broadway and West End productions, with Rowling coming to her defense. It should be fascinating to see what this young trio of actors brings to their roles in the Harry Potter TV show... especially considering how passionate the generations of Wizarding World fans are. They've got some big shoes to fill, but expanding each book into a full season of television should allow for them to flesh out unique takes on Harry, Ron and Hermione. Just like the film series, we're getting relative unknown for this trio, who will be acting along acclaimed actors in the adult roles. Although to be fair, Stanton has been working on the West End. This trio will be joining previously announced actors like Jon Lithgow and rumored ones like Ted Lasso's Brett Goldstein. Fans are wondering if the OG cast might be back as different roles, although Daniel Radcliffe has seemingly put the kibosh on that himself. The Harry Potter TV show isn't part of the 2025 TV premiere list, but that's not stopping anticipation from steadily building. Hopefully we get more information about this highly anticipated project sooner rather than later.
The Journal
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Journal
Seven-year-old Late Late Toy Show star cast in new Harry Potter TV series
SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Irish actor Leo Earley has been cast in the upcoming television adaptation of Harry Potter. Earley, a Leitrim native, will play Hogwarts student Seamus Finnegan, an Irish character who features prominently throughout the book series. The young talent is best known for a monologue about hats, which he read aloud during the Late Late Toy Show last year. The Late Late Show / YouTube The role of Seamus Finnigan was previously played by Irish actor Devon Murray in the Harry Potter film franchise. Advertisement He played the character in all eight movies, the production of which spanned from 2000 to 2010. The film series featured a number of prominent Irish actors, including Brendan Gleeson, Fiona Shaw and the late Richard Harris. The new television series was announced by HBO in 2023, with production to begin this summer in the UK. The series has been described as a 'faithful adaptation' of the children's books, with author JK Rowling signed on as executive director. The series will feaure a number of well-known actors, including John Lithgow as Dumbledore, Nick Frost as Hagrid, and Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley. Arabella Stanton, Dominic McLaughlin and Alastair Stout. HBO HBO Last month, acting newcomers Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout were announced to be playing the leading roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley respectively. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
West Australian
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
More cast announced for Harry Potter TV series
HBO has added nine new names to its cast for the up-coming Harry Potter TV series, due to begin production in the UK in a matter of weeks for an on-air date sometime in 2026. The casting announcement follows news that Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout have been scouted to play the trio of young wizards, Harry, Hermione and Ron. Joining the young stars and previously announced names — which include John Lithgow (Albus Dumbledore), Janet McTeer (Minerva McGonagall), Paapa Essiedu (Severus Snape), Nick Frost (Rubeus Hagrid), Luke Thallon (Quirinus Quirrell) and Paul Whitehouse (Argus Filch) — are both new and established names. Stepping in as Molly Weasley is The IT Crowd's Katherine Parkinson, with Lovesick and Emma star Johnny Flynn playing Lucius Malfory — young newcomer Lox Pratt will play his son, Draco. Joining as Hogwarts students are Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan, Alessia Leoni as Parvati Patil, and Sienna Moosah as Lavender Brown. Bel Powley will play Petunia Dursley, with Daniel Rigby as Vernon Dursley, and the pivotal role of Cornelius Fudge will be played by Bertie Carvel. The series, described as a 'faithful adaptation of the beloved Harry Potter books by author and executive producer J.K. Rowling', will stream exclusively on HBO Max in 2026. The series is written and executive produced by Francesca Gardiner, with esteemed director Mark Mylod (Game of Thrones, Succession) acting as EP and director on multiple episodes.
Perth Now
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
More famous faces sign on for Harry Potter TV series
HBO has added nine new names to its cast for the up-coming Harry Potter TV series, due to begin production in the UK in a matter of weeks for an on-air date sometime in 2026. The casting announcement follows news that Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton and Alastair Stout have been scouted to play the trio of young wizards, Harry, Hermione and Ron. Joining the young stars and previously announced names — which include John Lithgow (Albus Dumbledore), Janet McTeer (Minerva McGonagall), Paapa Essiedu (Severus Snape), Nick Frost (Rubeus Hagrid), Luke Thallon (Quirinus Quirrell) and Paul Whitehouse (Argus Filch) — are both new and established names. Stepping in as Molly Weasley is The IT Crowd's Katherine Parkinson, with Lovesick and Emma star Johnny Flynn playing Lucius Malfory — young newcomer Lox Pratt will play his son, Draco. Johnny Flynn is joining the cast as Lucius Malfoy. Credit: Autumn De Wilde Joining as Hogwarts students are Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan, Alessia Leoni as Parvati Patil, and Sienna Moosah as Lavender Brown. Bel Powley will play Petunia Dursley, with Daniel Rigby as Vernon Dursley, and the pivotal role of Cornelius Fudge will be played by Bertie Carvel. Arabella Stanton, Dominic McLaughlin and Alastair Stout as Hermione, Harry and Ron. Credit: Warner Bros The series, described as a 'faithful adaptation of the beloved Harry Potter books by author and executive producer J.K. Rowling', will stream exclusively on HBO Max in 2026. The series is written and executive produced by Francesca Gardiner, with esteemed director Mark Mylod (Game of Thrones, Succession) acting as EP and director on multiple episodes.
Geek Culture
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Culture
HBO's Harry Potter Series Waves Magic Wand At Casting For Draco Malfoy, Molly Weasley & More
The torchbearers of Hogwarts are slowly being brought to life. Following the casting of its main trio, HBO Max (reverting to its original name after a two-year rebranding stint) has added more names to its roster for its upcoming Harry Potter reboot series. Joining industry newcomers Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout on the call sheet are Katherine Parkinson as Molly Weasley, Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy and Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy, Leo Earley as Seamus Finnigan, Alessia Leoni as Parvati Patil, Sienna Moosah as Lavender Brown, and Bertie Carvel as Cornelius Fudge. This comes after the casting news of Bel Powley and Daniel Rigby as Petunia and Vernon Dursley, respectively, per an exclusive report by Variety. As previously announced, McLaughlin, Stanton, and Stout are portraying Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley in the upcoming show, which promises to be a 'faithful adaptation' of J.K. Rowling's novels and offer a 'more in-depth' look at the wizarding world. Other key stars include 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. The project is produced in collaboration with Warner Bros. Television and Brontë Film and TV, with Rowling, Neil Blair ( Fantastic Beasts franchise), Ruth Kenley-Letts ( Mrs. Wilson, C.B. Strike ) and David Heyman ( Paddington, Gravity ) serving as executive producers. While fanfare is expected, the involvement of Rowling has sparked controversy — the author's transphobic views have caused disappointment and furore among discerning fans, and rightly so. No release date was announced for the new Harry Potter series, but it will begin production sometime this summer. Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth's theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia's greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really. Harry Potter Harry Potter series HBO HBO Max
