Casting Now Open! Be the Next Harry Potter, Hermione, or Ron in HBO’s New Reboot!
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00:00Exciting news for Harry Potter fans. Casting for HBO's highly anticipated Harry Potter
00:05series reboot is officially open and it's your chance to step into the magical world
00:10of Hogwarts. HBO confirmed the casting call to Variety and it's truly an opportunity
00:16of a lifetime for aspiring young actors and actresses.
00:20The search is on for children aged 9 to 11 who are residents of the UK or Ireland to
00:25take on the iconic roles of Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley. This casting
00:30is all about inclusivity with a strong focus on diverse representation.
00:35HBO's casting notice makes it clear that they're seeking performers from all backgrounds
00:40with no restrictions on race, ethnicity, gender identity or other protected characteristics.
00:47To apply, aspiring actors are asked to submit a short video minus 30 seconds maximum reciting
00:52a poem or story not related to Harry Potter and then follow it up with a 1 minute video
00:57about themselves including details like age, height and where they live.
01:02Applicants also get to share something personal about a family member, friend or pet they
01:06feel close to adding that special touch of authenticity. Don't forget to use your own
01:11accent!
01:13The deadline for applications is October 31st, 2024 with filming taking place in the UK.
01:20It's a dream opportunity for young fans to follow in the footsteps of Daniel Radcliffe,
01:24Emma Watson and Rupert Grint who first brought these beloved characters to life on screen.
01:31If you're as excited about this new series as we are, hit that like button and don't
01:35forget to subscribe for more updates on this magical journey. Share this video with your
01:39friends and family who might want to be part of the wizarding world. Stay tuned for more
01:44Harry Potter news and updates.