Los Angeles, British actor Paapa Essiedu is currently negotiating to play the popular Professor Severus Snape in the HBO series adaptation of “Harry Potter.”

Essiedu made his breakthrough in 2020 with his appearance in the HBO miniseries “I May Destroy You,” and later starred in “Anne Boleyn,” “Gangs of London,” “The Lazarus Project,” and “Black Mirror,” as well as films such as “Murder on”. “Orient Express” and “Men”.

Sources told American news agency The Hollywood Reporter that Essiedu has not yet officially accepted the role of Snape, one of the most important characters from author JK Rowling’s book series and its film adaptations.

Characterized by his sharp wit and sarcastic demeanor, Snape is a complex and layered character who works as a Potions Master at Hogwarts. He appears to be loyal to Voldemort while secretly supporting Dumbledore and protecting Harry Potter, his late crush’s son, from him.

The role was famously played by the late Alan Rickman in eight Warner Bros. films.

No actors have yet been officially cast for the Harry Potter series, which is expected to debut in 2026.

Previously, Oscar winner Mark Rylance was in talks to play the role of Headmaster Albus Dumbledore.

According to the outlet, the series’ three main leads, Harry, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, will likely be newcomers.

Warner Bros. launched an open casting call for children ages 9 to 11 earlier this year.

The series will be a faithful adaptation of the popular book series by Rowling, who will serve as executive producer, according to the official logline.

“The series will feature a new cast to lead a new generation of fans, full of fantastic details and beloved characters that ‘Harry Potter’ fans have loved for over 25 years.”

“Each season will bring ‘Harry Potter’ and these incredible adventures to new audiences around the world, while the original, classic and treasured films will remain at the core of the series and will be available to watch worldwide,” it said.

Francesca Gardiner will serve as showrunner and executive producer of the show. Mark Mylod, known for his work on series such as The Affair, Game of Thrones and Succession, will direct several episodes.

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