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HBO Circling Paapa Essiedu For Severus Snape Role In ‘Harry Potter’ TV Show
DeadlineStory by anthonypauldalessandro
scrn logline
HBO eyes rising British star Paapa Essiedu to play the iconic Severus Snape in their highly anticipated 'Harry Potter' TV adaptation.
beat sheet
- Essiedu, known for his breakout role in 'I May Destroy You,' is the top choice for the complex Potions professor, though no formal offer has been made yet.
- If cast, Essiedu's Snape could be a game-changer, bringing a fresh interpretation to the beloved yet ambiguous character that captivated readers for years.
call sheet
Paapa Essiedu, HBO, Harry Potter TV series, I May Destroy You