“Absolutely Won’t Be Watching”: Harry Potter Fans Fume Over Snape’s Casting In New Series
The upcoming HBO Harry Potter series has sparked controversy after Deadline reported that Paapa Essiedu is closing his deal to portray Professor Severus Snape. One of the main concerns among fans of the franchise is that Essiedu’s appearance differs significantly from the character’s description in J.
‘Harry Potter’ fans have concerns about rumored Severus Snape casting
While Max has yet to make any official casting announcements about the upcoming “Harry Potter” television series, Paapa Essiedu is rumored to be taking on the role of Severus Snape — and fans of the “Harry Potter” books and movies have some strong opinions about it.
Paapa Essiedu As Snape Sets Off Five Different ‘Harry Potter’ Controversies
The casting of Paapa Essiedu as Snape has set off controversies from many different sides of Harry Potter fandom, or even outside of that, for multiple reasons.
HBO’s ‘Hary Potter’ Series Continues To Close In On Paapa Essiedu As Snape; McGonagall Casting Coming Together
Paapa Essiedu is closer than ever to taking on the role of Professor Snape in the upcoming HBO Harry Potter series. Deadline reports that the I May Destroy You star is “closing his deal” to play Professor Snape,
Paapa Essiedu cast as Severus Snape in Harry Potter series; Fans fear racism amidst calls to cast Adam Driver instead
British actor Paapa Essiedu is set to play Severus Snape in the upcoming Harry Potter series, stirring mixed reactions among fans regarding racial representation and loyalty to the original character's description.
Fan backlash grows over Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape in Harry Potter series reboot
As HBO finalizes its cast for the highly anticipated Harry Potter television series, reports indicate that Paapa Essiedu is in the final stages of negotiations to portray Professor Severus Snape, according to Deadline.
Who is Paapa Essiedu? British actor in talks to play Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter series; Alan Rickman’s fans react
The Harry Potter series will debut on HBO in late 2026 or early 2027. While Paapa Essiedu in talks to play Professor Severus Snape, John Lithgow will be seen as Professor Albus Dumbledore.
HBO Harry Potter Series: Snape’s Race Debate Amid Paapa Essiedu Rumors Can Be Dismissed By One Key Line in the Books
HBO’s Harry Potter reboot sparks debate over Snape’s race amid Paapa Essiedu casting rumors. Buckle up for the truth about Snape's skin color.
HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Nears Casting Of Paapa Essiedu As Snape & Janet McTeer As Professor McGonagall
Janet McTeer is in talks to play Minerva McGonagall and Paapa Essiedu is nearing a deal to play Severus Snape in HBO's Harry Potter series.
Harry Potter Report: Janet McTeer Could Be Professor McGonagall in New Series
Janet McTeer is offered Professor McGonagall, and Paapa Essiedu nears a deal for Severus Snape in HBO’s Harry Potter series.
With ‘Harry Potter’ Snape Casting, Tough Questions Are Raised About Hermione
With Paapa Essiedu cast as Severus Snape in a way that fundamentally alters storylines in the source material, the same may happen with Hermione.
Is Paapa Essiedu Too Hot to Play Severus Snape?
W as Severus Snape hot? This is the million-dollar — or perhaps, million-Galleon — question that sits at the heart of the ...
‘Harry Potter’: Janet McTeer In Negotiations To Play McGonagall; Paapa Essiedu Near Deal To Play Snape In HBO Series
The Harry Potter HBO series is in negotiations with Janet McTeer to play Minerva McGonagall and Paap Essiedu is near a deal ...