Harry Potter series nearing casting beloved star as Hagrid
Nick Frost, known for his roles in Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, is reportedly in talks to play the iconic role of Hagrid in HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter series. While John Lithgow has been confirmed to play Albus Dumbledore, Paapa Essiedu and Janet McTeer are rumored to be close to securing the roles of Severus Snape and Minerva McGonagall.
In a cryptic Instagram post shared on March 20, Frost hinted at his potential involvement in the series, saying, “It’s happening, it’s actually happening. Stay cool.” Deadline reported that Frost is on the verge of finalizing his deal to play Hagrid, but HBO remains cautious about confirming details as they continue with pre-production.
The new Harry Potter series, produced by HBO and Warner Bros, is generating a lot of buzz as they seek to fill the shoes of beloved characters previously portrayed by stars like Daniel Radcliffe and Alan Rickman. The upcoming show will be a direct adaptation of JK Rowling’s book series, with each season dedicated to one of the seven books.
An open casting call was recently launched for children from the UK and Ireland to audition for lead roles in the series. HBO Max, which announced the TV adaptation in 2023, aims to create a faithful rendition of Rowling’s magical world that is expected to span a decade on-screen.
While speculation swirls around the casting choices, it’s clear that Frost’s potential involvement has fans eagerly anticipating the unfolding of this magical journey. Stay tuned for more updates as the cast for the Harry Potter series continues to take shape.
