John Lithgow is off to Hogwarts. The actor, 79, is set to play Professor Albus Dumbledore on HBO’s new “Harry Potter” series. After Pop Base posted the news to X, one user wrote: “He is perfect for ...

John Lithgow doesn’t seem to be losing any sleep over landing the iconic role of Professor Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Harry Potter TV show. “I don't think it's gonna be that hard a job,” Lithgow ...

The Harry Potter franchise has always been filled with star-studded names, with the original film series starring Alan ...

HBO’s Harry Potter series may be close to landing its first major performer. Veteran actor John Lithgow is reportedly in final talks to play Professor Albus Dumbledore, Harry’s mentor and the beloved ...

The two-time Oscar nominee, who has played the likes of Winston Churchill and Roald Dahl before, could become the first confirmed named for the new show. John Lithgow’s near a deal to play Albus ...

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LOS ANGELES -- Actor John Lithgow confirmed that he will play Professor Albus Dumbledore on HBO’s forthcoming Harry Potter TV series. In an interview with Screenrant, the 79-year-old, six-time Emmy ...

UPDATE 2/25/25 at 3:37 p.m. ET — The Harry Potter TV show officially has its first cast member. John Lithgow has confirmed reports that he will be playing Professor Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming ...

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If there is one literary franchise that is guaranteed to rotate stellar cast after stellar cast, it’s Harry Potter. HBO’s new ...