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John Lithgow is reportedly in talks to star as Professor Albus Dumbledore in the HBO Harry Potter series! The 79-year-old actor is reportedly in final negotiations to portray the beloved Hogwarts headmaster. However, HBO declined to comment. Keep reading to find out more… In a statement to Deadline, they shared, “We appreciate that such a high-profile series will draw a lot of rumor and speculation. As we make our way through pre-production, we will only confirm details as we finalize deals.” The series was first announced in April 2023 and is expected to run for seven seasons. Each season will be dedicated to one of JK Rowling‘s novels. A casting call went out for the young actors to play Harry, Ron and Hermione this September. Casting for other roles is still ongoing.
