John Lithgow Cast as Dumbledore in HBO Harry Potter Series

John Lithgow has been cast as Albus Dumbledore in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter TV series, which aims to dedicate an entire season to each of the seven books. During an appearance on the SmartLess podcast, Lithgow expressed confidence that the role won't be 'that hard,' noting that Dumbledore only appears at critical moments. He is currently reading the series, stating he is halfway through 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.' Lithgow shared his surprise at the immediate public interest in his casting, revealing people have already approached him for comments about the show. While he is uncertain about the filming schedule, he anticipates a more flexible arrangement compared to his previous projects. The series is expected to begin filming this summer, though no premiere date has been announced yet.