'The only casting that makes sense': Fans are pleasantly surprised by reports of Hagrid’s casting in 'Harry Potter' reboot
- Deadline reported that Nick Frost is nearing a deal to play Rubeus Hagrid in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series.
- This potential casting follows the death of Robbie Coltrane, who originally played Hagrid in all eight Harry Potter films, and a cryptic Instagram post by Frost on March 20, which teased, 'It's happening, it's actually happening'.
- The casting of Frost, known for roles in films like *Hot Fuzz*, as the half-giant groundskeeper Hagrid, a key character in all seven Harry Potter books, has been surprisingly well-received by fans.
- John Lithgow confirmed he will play Albus Dumbledore, stating it came as a surprise and would define him, while HBO stated they appreciate the rumors and speculation surrounding the high-profile series, confirming details only as deals are finalized.
- The series, produced by HBO and filmed at Warner Bros Studios in the UK, aims to air for ten consecutive years, with Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav planning to launch it in about a year.
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