HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Confirms Controversial Recasting for Major Hogwarts Role

The Harry Potter cast have cursed themselves for ever

Every actor who is announced to be starring in the new Harry Potter series faces backlash. It's something they're going to have to get used to

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HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Confirms Controversial Recasting for Major Hogwarts Role

HBO has a tough assignment ahead with its new Harry Potter series. Millions of viewers already know these characters, and many grew up watching the actors who first brought them to the big screen. Now, a new generation is preparing to enter the Wizarding World. HBO has assembled a largely new cast to retell the story from the books. While some choices have received positive reactions, others continue to divide fans. One recasting in particular h…

HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Ignores Fan Backlash, Moves Ahead With Controversial Recast

Few television projects arrive with as much built-in pressure as HBO's new Harry Potter adaptation. The original books and films created characters that millions of people instantly recognize. HBO now plans to introduce those same characters with a different generation of actors, and that approach has sparked plenty of conversation before Season 1 even arrives. Some casting choices have gone over well. Others have divided longtime viewers. And o…