Awaited with as much fear as curiosity, the series Harry Potter Currently looking for casting. We learned today that a young British actor could play the role of Ron Weasley, Harry's best friend.
Harry Potter: the casting of the series becomes a little clearer
Announced with fanfare by Warner, the reboot series Harry Potter is one of the riskiest but also most exciting projects of recent years. Indeed, how to produce a reboot after the cinematic saga adapted from JK Rowling's novels and which marked an entire generation? The series Harry Potter will it manage to attract as many audiences as films produced during Pottermania?
Obviously, Warner Bros. has arguments to put on the table: first of all, the series is produced by the HBO channel, whose expertise in terms of series is undeniablesince it made it possible to give birth to masterpieces such as The Sopranos, The Wire or even Game of Thrones ; ensuite, the reboot is being developed by Francesca Gardiner, acclaimed for her work on Succession et His Dark Materials ; finally, the British Mark Mylod, who directed several episodes of the series Game of Thrones et Successionwill feature several episodes of the series Harry Potter. Note also that the series promises to be more faithful to the original material, by not cutting important scenes from the novels.
Besides, like the films Harry Potterthe series will soon have to prove itself for the first time with its casting. Launched in September 2024 for filming scheduled for spring 2025, the casting of the series is at the heart of numerous speculations. While Jared Harris recently explained why he refused to reprise the role of Albus Dumbledore, some fans are hoping that Irish actor Cillian Murphy will take on the role of Lord Voldemort. But it could be that the face of Ron Weasley, Harry Potter's best friend, is potentially already known.
Brazilian journalist Thiego Novais, specialized in the world of Harry Potter and creator of the Potter Observatory, tells us on his page young Welsh actor Kelton-Jay Davies auditioned for the role of Ron Weasley. In addition to being British, having a round face and red hair, his profile with the Mark Jermin Management agency tells us that he can play children aged 9 to 12. He is also passionate about magic. We are obviously awaiting a press release from HBO and Warner confirming or denying his recruitment for the role.but Kelton-Jay Davies could well be one of the new faces in the world of Harry Potter.
And you, what do you think of this young actor? Do you think he's cut out for the role? Don’t hesitate to tell us in the comments area.
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