HBO's Harry Potter reboot reportedly casts Voldemort in secret
Filming began in July 2025 at Leavesden Studios, where the original film series was also shot.
The speculation began after an anonymous social media post claimed that the role of Voldemort had already been filled but that the studio plans to keep the casting secret until the show premieres.
Fan accounts have since circulated similar claims, indicating that the Dark Lord will appear earlier than expected possibly across multiple episodes in season one.
A rumor originating from the fan account MovieMagick added fuel, stating that while the casting is reportedly confirmed, the reveal will be withheld. It also named Cillian Murphy and Matt Smith as rumored front-runners for the role, though neither actor nor the studio has confirmed or commented publicly.
Major outlets covering the series have noted that HBO is still finalizing key details around the character's inclusion and timeline.
While initial expectations were that Voldemort might not appear until later seasons, the new speculation suggests his arc could begin far sooner.
No official statements have been made by HBO or Warner Bros. The series is slated to premiere in 2027, with the first two seasons expected to consist of six episodes each.
Casting for Harry, Hermione, and Ron has already been officially announced.
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