British comedy favourite Katherine Parkinson, best remembered from The IT Crowd, is joining the upcoming HBO Harry Potter TV series, stepping into the magical role of Molly Weasley – yes, the warm‑hearted mum of Ron Weasley!
Parkinson’s well‑earned reputation comes from her standout performances across comedy and drama, including a BAFTA‑nominated turn in Disney+’s Rivals. That mix of warmth and depth is exactly why fans think she’s perfect for Molly – the mum who runs on love, chaos, and the occasional Octopus card swish .
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The series, produced by HBO and penned by J.K. Rowling alongside the original film‑creator team, is aiming for a page‑by‑page adaptation across multiple seasons. As fans reminisce about Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint in the original films, this new cast has big shoes – and cloaks – to fill .
Other major names joining the magical world include Johnny Flynn as Lucius Malfoy, Bertie Carvel as Cornelius Fudge, and Bel Powley as a grown‑up Petunia Dursley. Production will kick off this summer at Warner Bros Studios Leavesden, ready to bring Rowling’s world back to life – but this time through a fresh, small‑screen lens.
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