New Actors Cast in HBO's Upcoming "Harry Potter" Series
Actor Lineup Revealed for HBO's Upcoming 'Harry Potter' Adaptation, Featuring Harry, Hermione, and Ron Characters
Following an extensive casting call, HBO has officially announced the young actors who will play the iconic roles of Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger in its upcoming adaptation of the beloved "Harry Potter" series.
Dominic McLaughlin, Alastair Stout, and Arabella Stanton have been chosen to portray the trio, respectively, after auditions from over 30,000 children. Filming for the series is set to commence this summer, with the premiere slated for next year.
Executive producers Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod shared their excitement in a statement, praising the talent of the newcomers and expressing anticipation for audiences to witness their magic onscreen.
It is worth noting that McLaughlin previously attended the Performance Academy Scotland for five years. He is set to appear in upcoming BBC series "Gifted" and Sky film "Grow." In a post on Instagram, the Performance Academy Scotland expressed their delight at McLaughlin landing the leading role.
Stout, who will be portraying Ron Weasley, is making his major acting debut with this role. His only previous credited appearance is a commercial for Albert Bartlett potatoes.
Author J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair and Ruth Kenley-Letts of Bronte Film & TV, and David Heyman of Heyday Films will also serve as executive producers for the series.
Meanwhile, the Tony-winning play "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" has opened at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles. The show, which brings authentic magic to the stage, is based on a series of books that have captivated audiences worldwide for decades.
"Hogwarts Legacy," a new video game set in the universe of the "Harry Potter" books, has been released amid calls for a boycott. The controversy revolves around author J.K. Rowling's views on the trans community.
In related news, Arabella Stanton, who will play Hermione Granger, has formerly starred as Matilda Wormwood in "Matilda the Musical" in London's West End and as the narrator Control in Andrew Lloyd Webber's play "Starlight Express."
JOHN LITHGOW, NICK FROST, PAAPA ESSEDIU, JANET MCTEER, LUKE THALLON, AND PAUL WHITEHOUSE have also been cast in the series. The show will span a decade and remain faithful to the original books, as confirmed by HBO.
Age of Alastair Stout: As of 2025, Stout is 9 to 11 years old.Previous Credits: Commercial for Albert Bartlett's Jersey Royal potatoes.Casting: Selected from over 30,000 children[5].
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- The government in California, where Hollywood is located, might consider providing incentives for HBO to film their "Harry Potter" series, given its potential impact on the state's entertainment industry.
2.domestic business, such as agriculture, may see a boost in sales due to young actor Alastair Stout's commercial for Albert Bartlett potatoes.
- The entertainment industry, including movies, television, and theater, will be closely watching the debut of Dominic McLaughlin, particularly since he has experience in both acting and stage performances.
- Hollywood executives and filmmakers, like Francesca Gardiner and Mark Mylod, might find inspiration for future projects by revisiting the adventures of Harry Potter and his friends.
- The music industry could experience a resurgence, as new audiences, introduced to the magical world of Harry Potter, may become interested in soundtracks from movies or even music related to the books.
- The HBO adaptation of the "Harry Potter" series might encourage teachers and educators to incorporate the books into their curriculum, sparking interest among students in both history and literature.
