John Lithgow, Paapa Essiedu among 'Harry Potter' series cast

In the new "Harry Potter" series, Snape is to be played by black actor Paapa Essiedu. Fans are shocked. Has the film industry learned nothing from past flops in which roles have been redistributed?

Harry Potter actor John Lithgow admits he's 'intimidated' to play iconic role as fans' 'appalled' - Manchester Evening News

The 3rd Rock From the Sun actor is playing the Hogwarts headmaster

HBO Finally Announced Their Brand New 'Harry Potter' Cast

HBO and Max's new Harry Potter TV show will be here before you know it, and we finally know who we'll see as our beloved Hogwarts professors. John Lithgow confirmed his role as Dumbledore back in February, and in addition to the Hogwarts headmaster, we finally know who's playing Severus Snape, Minerva McGonagall, and Hagrid. (And I'm still crossing all my fingers Emma Watson could make an appearance). “We are happy to announce the casting of Joh…

Dumbledore to Snape: Who will play who in new Harry Potter series

Dumbledore to Snape: Who will play who in new Harry Potter series

HBO announces cast for Harry Potter series | ABS-CBN Entertainment

Harry Potter series casts John Lithgow, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu, Nick Frost, Luke Thallon, and Paul Whitehouse.

‘Harry Potter’ TV series announces cast for Dumbledore, Snape and more

The “Harry Potter” TV series set to air on HBO has announced a handful of actors who will play major roles.