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Harry Potter: Behind The Scenes of Every Dumbledore Actor
John Lithgow is officially HBO’s new Dumbledore. That means a fresh take on the iconic role! Today on Collider, we’re breaking down how every actor prepared to play the legendary headmaster.
This actor just confirmed he was cast as the new Dumbledore in HBO's 'Harry Potter' show
There’s a new Albus Dumbledore coming to the small screen.John Lithgow has confirmed that he will portray the Hogwarts headmaster in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” series, which will begin filming this summer.
‘It’s Pretty Scary’: HBO’s Harry Potter Star John Lithgow Weighs in on the Controversy of an American Playing Dumbledore
HBO’s Harry Potter series casts John Lithgow as Dumbledore, and the actor responds to concerns that he’s an American undertaking the role.
Huge U.S. Actor Finally Confirms He'll Be Playing Dumbledore in New 'Harry Potter' Series After Deaths of TWO A-Listers Who Portrayed Iconic Wizard
A huge actor has finally confirmed he will be playing the character Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter series just months before filming is set to begin.
John Lithgow Says Dumbledore Will Have a British Accent in 'Harry Potter' Series: 'I'll Spend Some Time With a Dialect Coach' | Video
One thing about John Lithgow that is undeniable is that he is very much not English. Nevertheless, he's been picked to play the very, very English icon Dumbledore in HBO's upcoming "Harry Potter" series.
"I Go Right Out of the Frying Pan and Into the Fire": John Lithgow Talks Playing Dumbledore in the Upcoming HBO TV Series 'Harry Potter'
John Lithgow discussed playing Dumbledore in the upcoming HBO TV series 'Harry Potter' with Collider's Steve Weintraub and Geoffrey Rush.
John Lithgow says he will play Dumbledore in new 'Harry Potter' series
Actor John Lithgow said this week he will play Dumbledore in the upcoming "Harry Potter" TV series. Lithgow said he will play the beloved wizard in a Monday interview with ScreenRant, saying the decision is "going to define me for the last chapter of my life.
John Lithgow speaks out on Dumbledore casting reports for 'Harry Potter' series
When asked about the offer to play Dumbledore, Lithgow described the decision as "not easy," recognizing it could define the final phase of his illustrious career.
Harry Potter: John Lithgow Promises Dumbledore Will Remain Englishman
John Lithgow shared that Dumbledore will be an Englishman in HBO's Harry Potter series, and he will be working with a dialect coach.
John Lithgow Says Dumbledore Casting Will Define the ‘Last Chapter’ of His Life
Lithgow will join showrunner Francesca Gardiner and series director Mark Mylod for the upcoming series. No other cast members have been announced so far, but in September 2024, Warner Bros. announced an open casting call for Harry, Ron, and Hermione— aka future wizards who will be lucky to learn from Lithgow.
John Lithgow Confirms Dumbledore Casting: The Backlash, Explained
The HBO reboot of the Harry Potter series may have its first cast member. John Lithgow announced he'll be playing Dumbledore, but why is social media split?
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John Lithgow Will Be Dumbledore In HBO's Harry Potter Show
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The New Dumbledore Actor Is A Sci-Fi And Fantasy Legend
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