While Max has yet to make any official casting announcements about the upcoming “Harry Potter” television series, Paapa Essiedu is rumored to be taking on the role of Severus Snape — and fans of the “Harry Potter” books and movies have some strong opinions about it.

The I May Destroy You actor is reportedly “closing his deal” to play Hogwart's most famous misanthrope, as played by Alan Rickman in the original films. Colourblind casting aside, trust him to make ma

HBO’s Harry Potter reboot sparks debate over Snape’s race amid Paapa Essiedu casting rumors. Buckle up for the truth about Snape's skin color.

British actor Paapa Essiedu is set to play Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter series, stirring mixed reactions among fans regarding racial representation and loyalty to the original character's description.

With filming expected to begin this summer, the Harry Potter HBO TV show is close to finding the actors to play McGonagall and Snape.

J.K. Rowling, who disliked Daniel Radcliffe’s casting, would likely oppose HBO's decision to hire Paapa Essiedu as Snape in the Harry Potter reboot.

Janet McTeer is offered Professor McGonagall, and Paapa Essiedu nears a deal for Severus Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter series.

One star who has appeared in the Harry Potter movie adaptations is open to reprising his role in HBO's upcoming remake, though he has one condition.

The upcoming Harry Potter series is one of the most anticipated projects, especially as it's been teased as a more "faithful adaptation" of J.K. Rowling's book series. With few details about the upcoming version,

Potter is returning to our screens in the form of an HBO TV series and is set to be released in late 2026 or early 2027.The show will be a decade long with seven seasons and has been described as "a faithful adaptation of the iconic books" since each season will delve into each book in the J.