Paapa Essiedu

‘Harry Potter’ series: McTeer as McGonagall, Essiedu as Snape?

HBO is close to finalising key casting decisions for its highly anticipated “Harry Potter” series, with Janet McTeer in talks to play Professor Minerva McGonagall and Paapa Essiedu nearing a deal for Professor Severus Snape. If confirmed, they will join John Lithgow, who has been cast as Professor Albus Dumbledore.

HBO wants Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape ‘Harry Potter’ TV show

HBO is searching for the perfect Severus Snape for its upcoming Harry Potter TV series and believes “I May Destroy You” star Paapa Essiedu could be an ideal fit. 

March 8, 2025
March 8, 2025

‘Harry Potter’ series: McTeer as McGonagall, Essiedu as Snape?

HBO is close to finalising key casting decisions for its highly anticipated “Harry Potter” series, with Janet McTeer in talks to play Professor Minerva McGonagall and Paapa Essiedu nearing a deal for Professor Severus Snape. If confirmed, they will join John Lithgow, who has been cast as Professor Albus Dumbledore.

December 5, 2024
December 5, 2024

HBO wants Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape ‘Harry Potter’ TV show

HBO is searching for the perfect Severus Snape for its upcoming Harry Potter TV series and believes “I May Destroy You” star Paapa Essiedu could be an ideal fit.