Voldemort Actor Hopes Cillian Murphy Takes His Role in HBO Reboot

Ralph Fiennes, known for playing Voldemort in the Harry Potter films, has expressed his support for Cillian Murphy to take on the role in the upcoming HBO reboot series of Harry Potter. During an interview, Fiennes endorsed the idea, stating he’d be "all in favor" of Murphy playing the iconic character. As HBO plans a faithful adaptation of the original novels, set for a ten-year run, casting is currently underway for main characters such as Harry, Hermione, and Ron. While there's no official confirmation about Murphy accepting the role, fans are eagerly awaiting more news on the series, which is expected to start filming in 2025 and aims for a 2026 release.

While Ralph Fiennes has suggested Cillian Murphy for the role of Voldemort, there has been no confirmation of Murphy’s involvement or interest. HBO has yet to announce its official casting decisions for the series.

The Harry Potter franchise originally brought J.K. Rowling's beloved novels to life through a series of successful films, culminating in a vast and dedicated fanbase. The new HBO series aims to provide a more in-depth exploration of the storyline and characters over its extended run. With high expectations and notable producers from acclaimed shows like Succession involved, the adaptation seeks to honor the source material while introducing a new generation to the Wizarding World.