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Wizarding World fans, we have great news! While there continues to be talk about who might star in HBO’s Harry Potter A new name, if you will, has emerged from the Tri-Wizard Cup for the role of Severus Snape. That’s right, Paapa Essiedu is reportedly in the running for the role of Potions Master, and he would be a fantastic choice!

He is best known for his roles in I can destroy you And Black mirrorPaapa Essiedu is reportedly in the running for the role that Alan Rickman had in Harry Potter Movies, per THR.

What’s notable is that this isn’t a done deal, he’s just a name floating around. However, it’s an idea that definitely excites me, and I’m here for this choice for a variety of reasons.

First of all, Essiedu has demonstrated his dramatic talent in many critically acclaimed projects such as: I can destroy you, the Lazarus Project And Black mirrors “Demon 79” episode. He also has experience working in large ensembles through films such as Murder on the Orient Express and his time in the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Second, this cast would underscore HBO’s promise to feature a diverse cast on this show.

Additionally, Snape is in his early 30s at the start of the film Harry Potter books, which makes Essiedu, at 34, the perfect age for the role. Alan Rickman was in his 50s when he played the aspiring Defense Against the Dark Arts professor. However, this is not the slightest setback for the OG Harry Potter Actor because his performance is legendary. It simply recognizes the fact that if the Gangs of London After the actor was cast, it is the first time that the film Snape reaches the age of the book Snape.

Not to mention, if he lands the role, a high-profile project like this will undoubtedly propel Paapa Essiedu into a new (and deserved) realm of stardom.

But again: let’s not get our hopes up just yet. Although things are looking good, nothing is confirmed, as HBO told the network:

We know that such a high-profile series will generate a lot of rumors and speculation. As we make our way through pre-production, we will not confirm details until we finalize contracts.

Paapa Essiedu is the second name to be seriously put in the ring, although nothing is confirmed yet. Before him, it was announced that Mark Rylance was a leading candidate for the role of Dumbledore. So if both castings work, then this is it Harry Potter The cast of the series will be filled with some excellent talent.

I like to argue that Snape is one of the most important characters to the cast, especially when it comes to the people who work at Hogwarts and interact with Harry and his friends. Additionally, he plays an integral role in the rise and fall of Voldemort, and when it comes to the story of Harry and his parents, he serves as an important bridge and piece of the puzzle. That’s why it’s important that you choose the right person. If this news turns out to be true, it will seem like it is true.

Overall, this is a huge and exciting potential step forward for the Harry Potter series, and hopefully it will be completed soon. In the meantime, while we wait for more updates on this new project, you can stream the original films with a Peacock or Max subscription.