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Ralph Fiennes ‘Confirms’ Peaky Blinders Star as Voldemort in Harry Potter Series
Ralph Fiennes hinted Cillian Murphy may be cast as Voldemort in HBO's Harry Potter series, which will debut in 2027 and span a decade of adaptations.
- On January 23, 2026 Ralph Fiennes, actor who played Lord Voldemort in the Warner Bros films, appeared to hint that Peaky Blinders actor Cillian Murphy may take the role during a red‑carpet exchange.
- The production is planned as a book‑by‑book adaptation by HBO, and much of the new Harry Potter series cast includes John Lithgow, Nick Frost, Paul Whitehouse and Paapa Essiedu.
- A reporter asked Fiennes on the red carpet who should 'fill your shoes' for Voldemort, prompting fans on X to react positively, with one saying they 'would be very pleased' if true.
- Several outlets headlined that Fiennes 'confirms' the casting, linking Cillian Murphy, described as a Peaky Blinders star and film performer, to the role of Voldemort.
- Despite the headlines, the casting remains officially unannounced by HBO, and the article ran via USA Today partnership with disclaimers noting it may not reflect The Herald's view.
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Who will play the role of the Dark Lord in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series? Well, if Ralph Fiennes‘ recent interview is any indication, it looks like Cillian Murphy might already have been cast. During a red carpet conversation, the OG Voldemort was asked who he thinks should be the one filling his shoes for HBO’s project. Fiennes replied, “Well, I’m told they’re already filled, aren’t they?” before adding, I’ve already said I think Cillian …
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