Now, HBO is closing in on an actor for another fan-favorite role.

The actor has been offered the role, though it’s unclear if serious negotiations have started.

As we make our way through pre-production, we will only confirm details as we finalize deals.

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His breakthrough came in HBO’sI May Destroy You, for which he earned an Emmy nomination.

As of now,no actors have been officially confirmedfor HBO’sHarry Potterseries.

Thats a wonderful suggestion.

Severus Snape (Alan Rickman) looking contemplative in Harry Potter

I would be all in favor of Cillian."

TheHarry Potterseries is eyeing a 2026 premiere.

Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter Next to JK Rowling

Harry Potter is HBO’s remake of the iconic Wizarding World film series that consisted of eight films between 2001 and 2011. Each season adapts a book from JK Rowling’s popular series and provides more book-accurate details than the movies did.

Paapa Essiedu as Alex Dumani in Gangs of London in a suit

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Headshot Of Paapa Essiedu In The 2024 BAFTA Television Awards

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