It’s now been nearly 14 years since the eighth and final part of the Harry Potter film series hit cinema screens – Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 was released in 2011.
And it’s a remarkable 24 years since the first film in the series was released, introducing the world to the then little-known acting trio of Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint.
Since then three parts of the ‘Fantastic Beasts’ series, starring Eddie Redmayne, have been added to the Potterverse.
But now fans of the boy wizard have something new to look forward to, with a Harry Potter television series in the works.
Streaming service Max (formerly HBO Max) will be making it and last year had an open casting call for young actors from the UK and Ireland to play Harry, Ron and Hermione.
It’s expected that, as with the film series, the three main roles will be filled by currently unknown acting talent.
But that still means all the grown up parts, taken by the cream of the acting world in the movies, are up for grabs - with some of the biggest Potterverse figures now cast.
Here are 12 names confirmed for, or rumoured to be appearing in, the television series set for a release in late 2026.
5. Luke Thallon as Professor Quirinus
Relative unknown Luke Thallon has just played Hamlet to great acclaim for the Royal Shakespeare Company. He's playing Professor Quirinus, the teacher who (spoiler alert) is possessed by Lord Voldemort in the first book. The character was previously played by Ian Hart. | Getty Images
6. Paul Whitehouse as Argus Filch
Comedian Paul Whitehousewill be playing Hogwarts caretaker Argus Filch, a role taken by David Bradley in the film version. His fellow 'Fast Show' sketch group member Mark Williams is already part of the Potterverse having played Arthur Weasley in the movies. Suits them. | AFP via Getty Images
7. Cillian Murphy as Lord Voldemort?
Whoever plays the evil Lord Voldemort will have huge shoes to fill - following Ralph Fiennes. Oscar-winner Cillian Murphy would certainly be a real coup for the casting team. | Getty Images
8. Kit Harington as Sirius Black?
Gary Oldman was an amazing Sirius Black in the films - playing Harry's godfather who is wrongly accused of murder. Currently 'Game of Thrones' star Kit Harrington is favourite for the part. | Getty Images,