- In the upcoming Harry Potter series, John Lithgow assumes the role of Dumbledore.
In the latest buzz, esteemed actor John Lithgow has revealed his upcoming role in an intriguing new project. Known for his performance in the Vatican thriller "Conclave," Lithgow will now step into the magical world of Hogwarts as Albus Dumbledore, the wise headmaster and mentor to the infamous Harry Potter. At the age of 87, Lithgow remains undeterred, declaring his excitement for the project to the online portal "ScreenRant."
As Lithgow prepares to delve into the world of witchcraft and wizardry, he'll follow in the footsteps of notable actors such as Richard Harris and Michael Gambon, who previously brought Dumbledore to life on the big screen.
Unfortunately, details about the upcoming HBO series are scarce. A report from industry publication "Variety" hints at an exciting adaptation, with plans to adapt each of J.K. Rowling's seven books into seven separate seasons. Over 32,000 children have allegedly auditioned for roles in the upcoming series, indicating a grand scale to the production.
The journey begins with the publication of "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" in 1997. With over 600 million copies sold in numerous languages, the Harry Potter series continues to reign as the best-selling literary franchise in history.
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- John Lithgow will be approximately 87 years old during the wrap party of the HBO series, as the series is anticipated to span around seven years and adapt one book per season, with Lithgow currently being 79 years old.
- Other actors who have played Albus Dumbledore include the late Richard Harris, who portrayed Dumbledore in the first two Harry Potter films, and Michael Gambon, who took over the role after Harris's death and starred in the remaining films.
- Jude Law also ventured into the magical world, playing a younger version of Dumbledore in the "Fantastic Beasts" prequel films.
What role is esteemed actor John Lithgow set to take on in the intriguing new project, following his work in "Conclave"?In the magical world of Hogwarts, who will Albus Dumbledore, the wise headmaster and mentor, be mentoring in the upcoming HBO series, set to release in 2023?Despite his age, how many actors have previously portrayed Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter series, and who among them will Lithgow be following in the footsteps of in the upcoming project?
