September 1, 2025
Warwick Davis is making a magical return to Hogwarts in the upcoming HBO television adaptation of Harry Potter. He will reprise his role as Professor Filius Flitwick—the Charms master he portrayed throughout the original film series—marking the first confirmed return of an original cast member.
A Familiar Face in a Fresh Take
At 55, Davis slips back into the robes of Professor Flitwick, bringing both charm and continuity to the new series. This time, he’ll focus solely on the role of Flitwick. The goblin Griphook, previously doubled by Davis, will instead be played by Leigh Gill.
Several other familiar and new characters have been cast, including:
- Sirine Saba as Professor Pomona Sprout (Herbology)
- Bríd Brennan as Madam Poppy Pomfrey (Hogwarts matron)
- Richard Durden as Professor Cuthbert Binns (History of Magic)
- Students: Elijah Oshin (Dean Thomas), Finn Stephens (Vincent Crabbe), and William Nash (Gregory Goyle)
Among the younger cast, Dominic McLaughlin takes on the role of Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton plays Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout portrays Ron Weasley. The ensemble also includes John Lithgow as Dumbledore, Paapa Essiedu as Snape, Nick Frost as Hagrid, Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy, and Bel Powley as Petunia Dursley.
When and How It’s Made
Filming began in July 2025 at Leavesden Studios, the very location where much of the original films were shot. The series is helmed by showrunner Francesca Gardiner and directed in part by Mark Mylod, with key producers including J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair, and David Heyman.
Viewers can expect the series to arrive on HBO in early 2027, billed as a faithful and richly detailed adaptation of Rowling’s seven-book saga.
Quick Breakdown
| Highlight | Details |
|---|---|
| Returning Cast | Warwick Davis as Flitwick; Leigh Gill as Griphook |
| New Faculty | Sprout, Pomfrey, and Binns all cast |
| Student Roles | Dean Thomas, Crabbe, Goyle, Harry, Hermione, Ron |
| Production Notes | Filmed at Leavesden; creative team includes Rowling & Heyman |
| Premiere Date | Early 2027 on HBO |
Why This Matters
Warwick Davis’s return brings a bridge between the beloved films and a new generation of storytelling. The casting choices underscore HBO’s commitment to honoring the source material while expanding Hogwarts with fresh talent. Expect this to be one of the most-watched and discussed adaptations in recent memory.
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