Connected sources indicate that John Lithgow is in the final stages of talks about playing Albus Dumbledore in the “Harry Potter HBO Series.
Update on February 26, 2025: John Lithgow confirmed in an interview with ScreenRant that he is playing Albus Dumbledore for the upcoming “Harry Potter” HBO Series. In the interview, he said the following: “Well, it came as a total surprise to me. I just got the phone call up at the Sundance Film Festival for yet another film, and it was not an easy decision because it’s going to define me for the last chapter of my life, I’m afraid. But I’m very excited. Some wonderful people are turning their attention back to Harry Potter. That’s why it’s been such a hard decision. I’ll be about 87 years old at the wrap party, but I’ve said yes.“
The “Harry Potter” films remain popular today. Universal Orlando is building its third Wizarding World of Harry Potter area at Universal Epic Universe theme park. Butterbeer Season will even start in March. Many people love the “Harry Potter” franchise.
Warner Bros. is working on an HBO series based on the “Harry Potter” books. Much excitement for Wizarding World of Harry Potter fans involves the cast for this extensive project. Deadline reported that John Lithgow is near a deal to play Albus Dumbledore for the HBO “Harry Potter” series. Other sources have confirmed this.
HBO chose to make no direct comment when asked about this report. They said, “We appreciate that such a high-profile series will draw a lot of rumor and speculation. As we make our way through pre-production, we will only confirm details as we finalize deals.”
Harry Potter fans experienced Albus Dumbledore as the mysterious headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. This wise wizard always seemed to be one step ahead of trouble. Still, he often allowed the book’s protagonists to face severe danger. Richard Harris played Albus Dumbledore in the first two “Harry Potter” films. Michael Gambon took over the role after Harris’ death to play the character in the remaining six movies.
John Lithgow as Dumbledore
Lithgow would be a worthy candidate to play this coveted role. He is well known for television and movies, including:
- “Terms of Endearment”
- “Footloose”
- “3rd Rock from the Sun,”
- “Dexter”
- “The Crown.”
The HBO series will run for over a decade to introduce new audiences to the story. HBO has previously stated that eight films will remain at the franchise’s core and will continue to be available to watch globally.
We must wait for more information about the rest of the “Harry Potter” cast. For more theme park-related news, please visit MSM News.
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