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Ian McKellen reveals why he turned down the role of Dumbledore in Harry Potter

The legendary thespian was offered the role of the iconic Hogwarts headmaster - but decided he 'couldn't do it'.

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John Lithgow may star as Dumbledore in HBO’s Harry Potter series

Thus far, HBO has yet to confirm any of the cast members who are slated to appear in Harry Potter. Ralph Fiennes, who played the evil wizard Lord Voldemort in the films, has endorsed Cillian Murphy as his successor. Other actors rumored to be up for roles on the show include Brett Goldstein as Rubeus Hagrid and Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape.

‘Harry Potter’ HBO Series Eyes John Lithgow to Play Dumbledore

John Lithgow is in final talks to play Albus Dumbledore in HBO’s upcoming adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s “ Harry Potter ” books.

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Ian McKellen revealed why he refused to take over as Dumbledore in Harry Potter after actor's death

Ian McKellen has revealed why he never played Dumbledore after being offered the role in Harry Potter following Richard ...

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Actors be warned: the Harry Potter remake should be avoided like the plague

Actors be warned: the Harry Potter remake should be avoided like the plague - STATE OF THE ARTS: John Lithgow is the latest ...

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Harry Potter fans slam ‘weird’ casting move for Albus Dumbledore in TV show

The casting call for the new series launched in September, focusing on children from the UK and Ireland for the roles of Ron ...

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