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Harry Potter’s Ralph Fiennes Supports This Voldemort Recasting (But Will It Happen?)
ComicBook.comStory by Michael Hein
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Fiennes supports Cillian Murphy as Voldemort in HBO's 'Harry Potter' reboot, but backlash over J.K. Rowling could impact casting decisions.
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- Fiennes has already said he'd be willing to reprise his role as Voldemort, but the actor seems open to passing the mantle to Cillian Murphy, who fans have been speculating could take on the part.
- While Fiennes has defended Rowling's views, the 'Harry Potter' creator's controversial statements on transgender rights have led to a fan boycott, putting actors supporting her in a tricky position as they seek roles in the new adaptation.
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Ralph Fiennes, Cillian Murphy, J.K. Rowling, Mark Rylance, HBO, Fantastic Beasts, Warner Bros., Variety, 'Harry Potter'