Paapa Essiedu could play Severus Snape in the Harry Potter series

The English actor, seen in Gangs of London, would take over the cult role of the late Alan Rickman.

Rumors surrounding the casting of the series Harry Pottercurrently developed by HBO, are growing. But this one seems more concrete than the others. Variety announces today – according to internal production sources – that the English actor Paapa Essiedu is being courted by HBO to take on the role of Professor Severus Snape in the upcoming series Harry Potter.

It must be said that the actor has already worked for HBO, since he was in the casting of the series I May Destroy You (2020).

No deal has been signed yet and Essiedu has not officially accepted the role. “We understand that such a high-profile series generates a lot of rumors and speculation. As we progress through pre-production, we will only confirm details when agreements are finalized.” HBO comments soberly.

Remember that Rogue holds a major place in the history of the saga. It was played by the excellent Alan Rickman in the movies Harry Potter.

For now, no name has yet officially joined the cast of the series, which should only begin in 2027 on Max in France. The characters of Harry, Hermione and Ron are being recruited. It is also rumored that Mark Rylance could play the headmaster of Hogwarts, Albus Dumbledore.