When the rumor mill started to churn about Paapa Essiedu potentially being cast as Severus Snape in a new Harry Potter remake, responses were naturally divided.

Disclaimer: This article on HBO's Harry Potter casting reflects the author's opinion. Reader discretion is advised.

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Here's what the internet has to say about Essiedu's casting as Severus Snape in HBO's new Harry Potter TV series adaptation.

The Emmy-nominated actor, who boasts a packed resume, is set to play the mysterious and quick-tempered professor.

HBO's Harry Potter reboot series announced the casting of six characters. The press release from Warner Bros. Discovery on April 14, 2025, confirmed the long-running rumors that actor Paapa Essiedu ...

Paapa Essiedu, who is of African descent, is quite literally the opposite of Snape, who is described as a thin man with pale ...

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The upcoming "Harry Potter" series has officially made its first cast announcements, including the actors portraying Albus ...

Paapa Essiedu’s casting as the ‘marble white’ skin character has prompted some fans to share their concerns online ...

HBO is officially confirming the first cast members for the “ Harry Potter ” TV series.