https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kit-harington-to-replace-nicholas-hoult-in-hbo-s-harry-potter-tv-seriesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kit-harington-to-replace-nicholas-hoult-in-hbo-s-harry-potter-tv-serieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kit-harington-to-replace-nicholas-hoult-in-hbo-s-harry-potter-tv-series#u52138Sun, 30 Aug 2026 07:30:15 +0000The Harry Potter television series will premiere on HBO Max in December 2026. The show stars Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout. HBO has already renewed the production for a second season, where Kit Harington will portray Gilderoy Lockhart. Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult in the role, returning to a character he previously voiced.Why it mattersThis series adapts the Harry Potter novels for television. The casting change for Gilderoy Lockhart occurs as the production moves toward its second season.What is confirmedThe Harry Potter series debuts on HBO Max in December 202 https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kit-harington-to-replace-nicholas-hoult-in-hbo-s-harry-potter-tv-serieshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/kit-harington-to-replace-nicholas-hoult-in-hbo-s-harry-potter-tv-series#u48701Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:15:45 +0000Kit Harington will play Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season of HBO's Harry Potter television series. Harington takes over the role from Nicholas Hoult. The actor is reprising a voice role he previously held for the character. Multiple outlets confirm Harington, known for his role as Jon Snow in Game of Thrones, will portray the antagonist in the upcoming season.Why it mattersHBO is producing a television adaptation of the Harry Potter series. This recasting occurs as the production moves into its second season.What is confirmedKit Harington will play Gilderoy Lockhart in the second sea