‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Officially Casts Trio of...

The magic is returning to screens — with a fresh new cast. HBO has officially revealed the young actors who will portray the beloved trio of Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger in its much-anticipated “Harry Potter” TV series adaptation.

After an extensive casting process that saw over 30,000 hopefuls audition, the coveted roles have gone to Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley, and Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger. These rising stars are set to lead the new generation of fans into the wizarding world, with production expected to begin this summer.

The announcement was made by showrunner Francesca Gardiner and executive producer/director Mark Mylod, who praised the chosen trio for their remarkable talent and chemistry. “After an extraordinary search led by casting directors Lucy Bevan and Emily Brockmann, we are delighted to announce we have found our Harry, Hermione and Ron,” they said in a joint statement. “The talent of these three unique actors is wonderful to behold, and we cannot wait for the world to witness their magic together onscreen.”

Though largely newcomers, each actor brings a unique background to the project. Dominic McLaughlin recently appeared in the upcoming Sky comedy “Grow” alongside Nick Frost and Golda Rosheuvel. Arabella Stanton has stage experience, having starred as Matilda in Matilda: The Musical in London’s West End from 2023 to 2024. Alastair Stout, meanwhile, will be making his screen debut — a significant leap into the spotlight.

The trio steps into roles that helped launch the careers of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint two decades ago, when the original Warner Bros. films began captivating audiences worldwide. With the HBO series expected to be a decade-long project faithfully adapting each of J.K. Rowling’s seven books, the opportunity could similarly define McLaughlin, Stanton, and Stout’s careers.

They join an impressive ensemble cast already announced for the series. Emmy-winner John Lithgow will take on the role of Albus Dumbledore, while Janet McTeer will portray Minerva McGonagall. Paapa Essiedu is cast as the complex Severus Snape, Nick Frost as the lovable half-giant Hagrid, Luke Thallon as Professor Quirinus Quirrell, and Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch.

Francesca Gardiner, known for her work on “Succession” and “His Dark Materials,” will helm the show as writer, showrunner, and executive producer. Mylod, who directed multiple episodes of “Succession,” will also executive produce and direct several episodes. The series is a co-production between HBO, Warner Bros. Television, and Brontë Film and TV.

J.K. Rowling, who penned the original book series, is also listed as an executive producer alongside Neil Blair, Ruth Kenley-Letts, and David Heyman — the latter of whom produced the original Harry Potter films.

Rowling’s involvement has reignited ongoing discussions around her controversial views on transgender issues. When asked about this recently on The Town podcast, HBO’s chief content officer Casey Bloys addressed the concerns directly. “We already have a show on HBO from her called C.B. Strike that we do with the BBC. It’s pretty clear that those are her personal, political views. She’s entitled to them. ‘Harry Potter’ is not secretly being infused with anything.”

Despite any controversy, the excitement around the new series remains high, particularly among longtime fans eager to see a more book-accurate version of the story unfold on screen. With a fresh cast, a decade-spanning commitment, and a team of respected creatives behind it, HBO’s “Harry Potter” reboot is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious and closely-watched TV projects of the decade.