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After months of speculation and a global casting search, the wait is finally over, the new faces of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley have officially been announced for the upcoming HBO TV series adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved wizarding saga.
Stepping into the spellbinding role of The Boy Who Lived is Dominic McLaughlin, while Arabella Stanton will portray the brilliant and brave Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout takes on the loyal and loveable Ron Weasley. These rising stars beat out over 32,000 audition tapes submitted from across the UK and Ireland to win the coveted roles that will catapult them into global stardom.
The trio, who are all relative newcomers to the screen, are expected to begin filming this summer, marking the start of a magical new chapter in the Wizarding World franchise.
Dominic McLaughlin will play Harry Potter in the upcoming HBO series. Credit: Aidan Monaghan/HBO; Peter Mountain/Warner Bros.
The new TV series, commissioned by HBO, will offer a fresh and more detailed adaptation of Rowling’s seven bestselling books, with each season dedicated to one novel. While the original film series remains iconic, with Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint defining the roles for a generation, this latest retelling promises to delve deeper into the source material, giving fans the most faithful on-screen version yet.
Arabella Stanton will play Hermione Granger in the upcoming HBO series. Credit Aidan Monaghan/HBO; Peter Mountain/Warner Bros.
In a recent statement, HBO Max said the series aims to be “a decade-long undertaking,” with a focus on staying true to the richness, depth, and darker tones of Rowling’s original work. With the announcement of the young trio now public, attention will turn to who will be cast in the adult roles, including the likes of Dumbledore, Snape, and Hagrid.
Fans have taken to social media in droves to welcome the new stars, with many excited to see a new generation step into the world of Hogwarts, Quidditch, and magical mischief.
Alastair Stout will play Ron Weasley in the upcoming HBO series. Credit: Aidan Monaghan/HBO; Peter Mountain/Warner Bros.
The series is expected to premiere in 2026, giving plenty of time for the production team to create the vast and intricate world fans expect, from the hallowed halls of Hogwarts to the shadowy corners of the Forbidden Forest.
With a bold new cast and a promise to stay true to the books, the Harry Potter TV series looks set to cast its spell over audiences all over again. The magic is about to begin…
