HBO has announced an open casting call for the next Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger for their forthcoming TV adaptation. The studio is looking for children between the ages of 9 and 11 who will audition to play the iconic trio as they navigate coming-of-age adventures at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
While the casting call is open to residents of the UK and Ireland, producers are committed to inclusive and diverse casting, welcoming actors of all races, ethnicities, and gender identities. Aspiring actors are required to submit two short self-tapes, including a poem or story in their own accents.
The new series, set to run for at least seven seasons on HBO Max, will stay authentic to the original books written by JK Rowling. Rowling will serve as an executive producer on the series, which is expected to be a decade-long project aiming for a 2026 release date.
Fans of the Potter universe have had mixed reactions to the TV adaptation, with some excited about the opportunity to explore more details from the books while others have conflicting feelings due to Rowling’s controversial views on transgender issues. The Harry Potter franchise, which includes books, films, video games, and a theatre show, is valued at an estimated £20bn.
Casting for the original movie adaptations 25 years ago was a challenging process, with Rowling insisting on British actors for the roles. The trio of characters, Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger, were eventually portrayed by Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson, respectively. Watson recently expressed her love for the series on Instagram, calling Hermione her favorite fictional character of all time.
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