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Inside HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Sorting Hat: Casting Directors Narrow Search Down For Harry, Hermione & Ron

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HBO's 'Harry Potter' reboot casting directors sift through 32,000 hopefuls for the coveted roles of Harry, Hermione, and Ron.
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  • Showrunner Francesca Gardiner accidentally revealed the staggering number of auditions at a recent industry event, sending shockwaves through the Potter fandom.
  • With the next generation of Hogwarts students yet to be found, industry insiders are abuzz with speculation over who will land these life-changing roles.
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