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Ralph Fiennes May Have Accidentally Just Confirmed Who the New Voldemort Is in Major Spoiler
Ralph Fiennes hinted that Cillian Murphy is cast as Voldemort in HBO's Harry Potter series, sparking fan debate and speculation amid ongoing casting announcements.
- On a recent red carpet, Ralph Fiennes appeared to imply the HBO TV adaptation has cast Voldemort and praised Cillian Murphy, as a recent online clip reignited casting speculation.
- Development began in January 2021, with eight episodes due on HBO in early‑to‑mid 2027; JK Rowling, an executive producer, has faced backlash for anti‑trans comments in recent years.
- Confirmed casting shows newcomers leading the series, including Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer, Paapa Essiedu and Nick Frost in key roles.
- Fans reacted online with criticism and disappointment after the clip circulated, while Cillian Murphy's representatives were contacted and the actor recently denied involvement, leaving the casting unconfirmed.
- Casting chatter has included both established actors and surprise options, with Matthew Macfadyen linked to audiobooks, Matt Smith and Paul Bettany tipped, and Tilda Swinton considered for a female Voldemort.
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Ralph Fiennes has appeared to reveal who has been cast as Voldemort in the upcoming Harry Potter TV adaptation.Rumours have been rife about who could be portraying 'He Who Cannot Be Named' in the series following the casting of the three young leads, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape and many of the other major players.Oppenheimer star Cillian Murphy was previously rumoured to be being considered for the role, but the actor recently denied speculat…
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