Harry Potter Fans React as John Lithgow Reveals \’Tough\’ Decision for New HBO Series CastINGS

HBO
has officially announced
The casting for its forthcoming Harry Potter
The TV adaptation has ignited a wave of responses from viewers on social media.

The show, announced earlier this year, will feature John Lithgow portraying Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer taking on the character of Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid. Luke Thallon has been cast as Professor Quirrell, with Paul Whitehouse playing Argus Filch.

John Lithgow
, 79, discussed his casting during an interview with ScreenRant. He mentioned, “It was completely unexpected for me. I simply received a phone call out of nowhere.”
Sundance Film Festival
\”For yet another movie, this wasn’t a simple choice since it will shape who I am in the final act of my life, and that frightens me,” he stated.

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\”I’m incredibly enthusiastic because some remarkable individuals have refocused their interest on Harry Potter. This makes my choice quite difficult. By the time of the wrap party, I’ll be approximately 87 years old, but I’ve agreed,” he mentioned, according to the report.
the Express US
.

With additional cast announcements, online discussions rapidly heated up. Responses on Reddit and various fan forums varied widely, encompassing curiosity, backing, and doubt.

It will be tough to find replacements for the Hagrid and McGonagall we\’ve known, as they were among the most flawless casting choices.

\”I am more enthusiastic than expected about Nick Frost voicing Hagrid. It’s a tough role to take over, heh, but I’m game,\” commented a fan.

\”Paul Whitehouse as Filch is absolutely spot-on. The simplicity shines through beautifully,\” a fan raved.

\”The standing of the marauders is about to nosedive,\” noted another spectator.

A user quipped, ‘Do you recall when they promised it would be a \”book-accurate\” adaptation? Pepperidge Farm remembers,’\” mocking previous statements about the series staying true to the source material from the novels.

Although HBO Max hasn\’t revealed who will play the famous trio of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley.

Enthusiastic fans are looking forward to this announcement, anticipated at any moment now. The production of the series is set to begin this coming summer.