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

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Paapa Essiedu is the new Professor Severus Snape in the Harry Potter TV show, but fans are calling for Adam Driver to be cast ...

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HBO's 'Harry Potter' TV show recasts all of the Hogwarts characters with new actors. See who's who in this cast guide.

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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.

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

He will be joined by Papa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Nick Frost playing Hagrid, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Luke ...

John Lithgow, Janet McTeer and Paapa Essiedu confirmed for roles amid rumours that Cillian Murphy is being considered to play ...

John Lithgow will play the Hogwarts headmaster in the HBO show, with Paapa Essiedu filling the role of Severus Snape.

Casting for six major characters in HBO's upcoming 'Harry Potter' series, including Dumbledore, Snape and Hagrid have been announced.