As anticipation grows for the HBO adaptation of Harry Potter, casting rumors are heating up, with fans passionately discussing which actors should take on specific roles. With so many beloved characters, the creative team behind the project is busy making decisions. The only confirmed casting so far is John Lithgow as Dumbledore, prompting Reddit users to suggest other actors for various roles.
In one thread, a user named Frogboxcrob proposed several casting ideas and specifically mentioned Simon Pegg for the role of Arthur Weasley. Another Redditor, Secure-Television541, agreed, saying Pegg would be a perfect fit. Another commenter responded, noting that this is the first time they truly agreed with the thread’s suggestions.
This naturally raises the question of who might portray his on-screen wife, Molly Weasley. Ddbbaartt suggested bringing Jessica Hines into the fold to play Molly, referencing their on-screen chemistry from a project set in 1999 that fostered lasting friendships.
Many believe that Nick Frost could be a contender for Hagrid’s role, although some argue he might be too small for the character. A response in the thread claimed Mark Addy would be a better choice for Hagrid, noting that Frost wouldn’t convincingly portray a giant.
Peachestoybox64 chimed in, echoing enthusiasm for Simon Pegg as Arthur, stating, “It’s perfect. I can’t picture anyone else in that role. HBO, make it happen!”
