Dumbledore, Harry Potter and John Lithgow

John Lithgow as Dumbledore is breaking this ‘Harry Potter’ tradition
John Lithgow arrives at the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards on Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. Earlier this week, Lithgow was announced to take on the role of Professor Albus Dumbledore in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” television series.
John Lithgow confirms he's been cast as Dumbledore in new HBO ‘Harry Potter' series
John Lithgow has confirmed that he will portray the Hogwarts headmaster in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” series, which will begin filming this summer. Lithgow, 79, said in an interview with ScreenRant that the invitation to play the beloved character came “as a total surprise.”
John Lithgow speaks out on Dumbledore casting reports for 'Harry Potter' series
When asked about the offer to play Dumbledore, Lithgow described the decision as "not easy," recognizing it could define the final phase of his illustrious career.
HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ series finds its Albus Dumbledore in John Lithgow
HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” series has found its Professor Albus Dumbledore in actor John Lithgow — known for his previous roles in “Conclave,” “The Crown” and “Footloose.” Lithgow confirmed to Screenrant that he had committed to the role as Headmaster of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
John Lithgow On Saying “Yes” To Playing Albus Dumbledore In HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series: “I’m Afraid, But I’m Very Excited”
John Lithgow is opening up about about joining HBO's Harry Potter series where he will take on the role of Albus Dumbledore.
Harry Potter Reboot: John Lithgow Confirmed as Dumbledore - IGN The Fix: Entertainment
John Lithgow may have accidentally let slip that he's joining the cast of the HBO Max Harry Potter reboot, and the trades are making it official. Lithgow will be the new Albus Dumbledore in the live-action series,
‘Harry Potter’ TV Series Finds Its Albus Dumbledore
John Lithgow has revealed that he’s accepted the role of Albus Dumbledore in Max’s upcoming Harry Potter television adaptation. “Well, it came as a total surprise to me,” Lithgow told Screen Rant. “I just got the phone call up at the Sundance Film Festival for yet another film,
John Lithgow Confirms Dumbledore Casting: The Backlash, Explained
The HBO reboot of the Harry Potter series may have its first cast member. John Lithgow announced he'll be playing Dumbledore, but why is social media split?
John Lithgow Cast as Albus Dumbledore
The actor who will play Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter TV series has been revealed. It was disclosed by the person himself, John Lithgow, who told ScreenRant: 'For me, it was a great
John Lithgow: Playing Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter’ HBO series will ‘define me for the last chapter of my life, I’m afraid’
The main trio of Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, Emma Watson as Hermione Granger, and Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley were all from the UK, but Lithgow is American. Casting this time around is much wider than the first eight films.
John Lithgow Says Dumbledore Will Have a British Accent in 'Harry Potter' Series: 'I'll Spend Some Time With a Dialect Coach' | Video
One thing about John Lithgow that is undeniable is that he is very much not English. Nevertheless, he's been picked to play the very, very English icon Dumbledore in HBO's upcoming "Harry Potter" series.
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'I Just Want to do It Justice': Harry Potter's New Professor Albus Dumbledore Clarifies Everyone's Deepest Concern
The Harry Potter universe is starting to shape up, as the first actor has been officially confirmed for the upcoming HBO TV ...
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John Lithgow confirms he's been been cast as Dumbledore in new HBO ‘Harry Potter' series
There’s a new Albus Dumbledore coming to the small screen. John Lithgow has confirmed that he will portray the Hogwarts headmaster in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” series, which will begin ...