The “Harry Potter” film series, based on J.K. Rowling’s best-selling books, features a talented ensemble cast. The main trio consists of Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley, and Emma Watson as Hermione Granger. Supporting them are actors like Maggie Smith (Professor McGonagall), Alan Rickman (Professor Snape), and Ralph Fiennes (Lord Voldemort), among many others.
In recent developments, HBO is producing a new “Harry Potter” series, aiming for a more detailed adaptation with each season covering one of the seven books. John Lithgow has been confirmed to play Albus Dumbledore, and Nick Frost is reportedly the top candidate for the role of Rubeus Hagrid. Other confirmed cast members include Janet McTeer as Professor Minerva McGonagall and Paapa Essiedu as Professor Severus Snape.