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Harry Potter fans furious as HBO 'casts Severus Snape' days after backlash over US actor as Dumbledore

The new HBO series promises to explore the Harry Potter universe in even greater depth

Evening Standard

Harry Potter series zones in on actors who’ll play Snape and McGonagall

All the famous names rumoured for HBO’s high-profile TV adaptation

The Independent UK

Harry Potter director thinks Oppenheimer star Cillian Murphy would be a perfect Voldemort in new TV show

"That would be amazing"

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Ignore the haters: Paapa Essiedu is the perfect choice to play Severus Snape

The actor has been tipped as the next Bond, put a pivot to Harry Potter makes perfect sense too

Evening Standard

HBO confirms when Harry Potter series will start shooting amid casting speculation

The reboot series has seen 32,000 young actors audition for lead roles

The Independent UK

Cillian Murphy as Voldemort? Everything we know about HBO’s Harry Potter TV show

Details are beginning to emerge about the ‘decade-long’ adaptation of JK Rowling’s books – with some starry actors reportedly in negotiations

The Guardian - AU

Black Mirror star has reportedly "been offered" the role of Severus Snape in HBO's Harry Potter TV show

Paapa Essiedu is allegedly being eyed to play Hogwarts' prickly potions master

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I May Destroy You actor Paapa Essiedu ‘offered’ Snape role in new Harry Potter TV series

Actor is said to have ‘been offered’ role of fan favourite character

The Independent UK

29 Embarrassing Moments People Didn’t Realize Who They’re Talking To And Made A Fool Out Of Themselves

If you're going to criticize somebody or call someone out on something, it's probably best that you know who you’re talking to. Because as you can see from this hilariously cringeworthy list, all sorts of awkwardness can ensue when you don't do your research first. The post 29 Embarrassing Moments…

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Undigested fruit, chewing gum and hair – the stony masses that might be growing in your stomach

In the first Harry Potter novel, Professor Severus Snape hopes to embarrass Harry by quizzing him on the topic of bezoars. According to Snape, they are stony masses found in the stomach of a goat that can act as an antidote for most poisons. Later in the series, bezoars come…

The Conversation

Daniel Radcliffe reveals he was 'terrified' of co-star Alan Rickman while filming Harry Potter

‘I was so intimidated by him,’ Radcliffe has admitted

Evening Standard

Alan Rickman's Supportive Role Behind The Scenes Of Harry Potter

Daniel Radcliffe shares his initial intimidation by Alan Rickman on the Harry Potter set, who later proved to be a supportive figure. Alan Rickman continue...

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“These Kids Need Directing”: Alan Rickman’s Diary Entries Unveil What He Thought Of His Co-Stars

"These kids need directing. They don’t know their lines, and Emma [Watson]'s diction is this side of Albania at times," Alan Rickman penned in one entry. The post “These Kids Need Directing”: Alan Rickman’s Diary Entries Unveil What He Thought Of His Co-Stars first appeared on Bored Panda.

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32 Fictional Teachers That Made A Real Impact

There are some incredible teachers in movies and TV that have made serious impacts. Here are thirty-two that we need to talk about.

Cinemablend

Fans On Twitter Revealed Their Favorite Actors Who Played Bad Guys, And I Was So Happy To See All The Alan Rickman Love

When asked to name their favorite villainous performances by actors, X users showed Alan Rickman a lot of love.

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Harry Potter: Ranking Each Defense Against The Dark Arts Teacher Based On What They Actually Taught Harry

Harry went through a lot of Defense Against the Dark Arts teachers during his time at Hogwarts. Some were good, others weren't. Let's talk about it.

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A Sexy Severus Snape Is Making Rounds On TikTok, And Harry Potter Fans Are Appalled

As AI-generated images of Sexy Severus Snape go viral on TikTok, Harry Potter fans are making their appalled feelings about it known.

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GOOD: The Harry Potter HBO TV Series Is Apparently Going To Have More POC Than The Original

Harry Potter is copping the reboot treatment from HBO and being turned into a TV series. So how will it all work? Let's dive in.

Edinburgh Live

All the Harry Potter actors who have sadly died including Leslie Phillips and Robbie Coltrane

While they will all still remain with us through the films, a number of actors who starred in the Harry Potter franchise have sadly passed away. The voice of the Sorting Hat, Leslie Phillips CBE had passed away on November 7 2022.

The Independent UK

From arch villain Hans Gruber to sneery Snape: The endless allure of Alan Rickman’s disdain

Seven years after his death, Alan Rickman’s diaries are being published. Jessie Thompson discovers they reveal the Harry Potter and ‘Die Hard’ star as cutting, uncompromising and gravely serious about his work – but what if he’d had a bit more fun?

Evening Standard

Stars host memorial evening for Harry Potter star Alan Rickman

Stanley Tucci, Daniel Radcliffe and Sir Ian McKellen recalled fond memories of the actor

Pedestrian.tv

Turn To Page 394: Here Are 6 Bombshells About The HP Flicks From Alan Rickman’s Diaries

His diaries are set to be posthumously published in October.

The New Daily

Alan Rickman’s diaries reveal he nearly quit Harry Potter role

Alan Rickman nearly walked away from his starring role as Severus Snape in Harry Potter, excerpts from late actor's diaries have revealed.

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