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'Harry Potter' Series Dumbledore and Hagrid Casting Suggestions Lead to Backlash
MovieWebStory by Anthony Lund
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Controversial 'Harry Potter' recasting rumors ignite fan fury, as Hollywood circles for next-gen Dumbledore and Hagrid
beat sheet
- Veteran actor Ian McKellen reportedly in talks to take over as Dumbledore, but fans feel the role is sacrosanct
- Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson floated as a potential new Hagrid, but many Potterheads think his muscular frame is too bulked up for the role
call sheet
Ian McKellen, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Harry Potter