Every Hogwarts Professor Confirmed for HBO’s Harry Potter Series — The Most Star-Studded Faculty Ever Assembled

Christmas 2026 just got a whole lot more magical. HBO’s long-awaited Harry Potter series is officially happening — and the Hogwarts faculty lineup is nothing short of extraordinary. The first season, titled Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, consists of eight episodes and is scheduled to premiere on HBO in the United States and globally on HBO Max on December 25, 2026. Here’s every professor confirmed to walk the halls of Hogwarts. Wikipedia

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The Hogwarts Faculty — Every Confirmed Professor

1. Albus Dumbledore — John Lithgow

John Lithgow steps into the role of Albus Dumbledore, the headmaster of Hogwarts and the greatest wizard of the modern era. Lithgow has won six Primetime Emmys, two Golden Globes, and two Tony Awards, with nominations for two Oscars — making him one of the most decorated actors in Hollywood history.

2. Minerva McGonagall — Janet McTeer

The legendary Janet McTeer takes on the role of Professor McGonagall, the stern but fair Head of Gryffindor and Transfiguration teacher. McTeer graduated from RADA and has won a Tony, a Golden Globe, two Oscar nominations, and a Primetime Emmy.

3. Severus Snape — Paapa Essiedu

Paapa Essiedu has been cast as the anti-hero Potions professor Severus Snape, head of Slytherin House — the brooding role originally portrayed by the late Alan Rickman. Essiedu is known for I May Destroy You and The Outrun.

4. Quirinus Quirrell — Luke Thallon

Luke Thallon joins in a recurring role as Quirinus Quirrell, the anxious Defence Against the Dark Arts professor — a role originally played by Ian Hart in the films.

5. Filius Flitwick — Warwick Davis (returning from the films)

Warwick Davis is the first actor from the original Harry Potter films to return for the series, reprising his role as Filius Flitwick, the Charms professor and Head of Ravenclaw House.

6. Pomona Sprout — Sirine Saba

Sirine Saba has been cast as Herbology Professor Pomona Sprout, the Head of Hufflepuff House. Rotten Tomatoes

7. Rolanda Hooch — Louise Brealey

Louise Brealey joins as Madam Hooch, the broomstick flying instructor and Quidditch referee at Hogwarts — a role originally played by Zoë Wanamaker. Wikipedia

8. Cuthbert Binns — Richard Durden

Richard Durden has been cast as Professor Cuthbert Binns, the ghost who teaches History of Magic at Hogwarts. Rotten Tomatoes

Key Hogwarts Staff (Not Professors, But Essential)

Nick Frost takes on the beloved role of half-giant groundskeeper Rubeus Hagrid, while Paul Whitehouse plays the moody caretaker Argus Filch.

The Golden Trio & Key Cast

Dominic McLaughlin stars as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. HBO held auditions for over 32,000 children to find their Harry Potter, with the casting team reviewing 500–1,000 audition tapes per day during the process.

For the full history of the Harry Potter wizarding world and its original cast, visit the Harry Potter Wikipedia page.

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The Creative Team Behind It All

The teaser trailer released on March 25, 2026, became the most-viewed trailer in HBO and HBO Max history with 277 million views in the first 48 hours. Hans Zimmer and his music company Bleeding Fingers Music are composing the score, and filming is taking place at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden in Hertfordshire, England. Wikipedia

HBO has already renewed the series for a second season, which will adapt Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, with production on Season 2 set to begin in the fall of 2026. Wikipedia

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