The I May Destroy You actor is reportedly “closing his deal” to play Hogwart's most famous misanthrope, as played by Alan Rickman in the original films. Colourblind casting aside, trust him to make ma

While Max has yet to make any official casting announcements about the upcoming “Harry Potter” television series, Paapa Essiedu is rumored to be taking on the role of Severus Snape — and fans of the “Harry Potter” books and movies have some strong opinions about it.

HBO’s Harry Potter reboot sparks debate over Snape’s race amid Paapa Essiedu casting rumors. Buckle up for the truth about Snape's skin color.

The Harry Potter series will debut on HBO in late 2026 or early 2027. While Paapa Essiedu in talks to play Professor Severus Snape, John Lithgow will be seen as Professor Albus Dumbledore.

As HBO finalizes its cast for the highly anticipated Harry Potter television series, reports indicate that Paapa Essiedu is in the final stages of negotiations to portray Professor Severus Snape, according to Deadline.

Janet McTeer is offered Professor McGonagall, and Paapa Essiedu nears a deal for Severus Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter series.

J.K. Rowling, who disliked Daniel Radcliffe’s casting, would likely oppose HBO's decision to hire Paapa Essiedu as Snape in the Harry Potter reboot.

With filming expected to begin this summer, the Harry Potter HBO TV show is close to finding the actors to play McGonagall and Snape.

Paapa Essiedu is closer than ever to taking on the role of Professor Snape in the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series. Deadline reports that the I May Destroy You star is “closing his deal” to play Professor Snape,

The upcoming HBO Harry Potter series has sparked controversy after Deadline reported that Paapa Essiedu is closing his deal to portray Professor Severus Snape. One of the main concerns among fans of the franchise is that Essiedu’s appearance differs significantly from the character’s description in J.