Ralph Fiennes endorses Cillian Murphy as Voldemort choice for HP reboot

In a recent interview on Bravo’s 'Watch What Happens Live', Ralph Fiennes, who famously portrayed Lord Voldemort in five Harry Potter films from 2005 to 2011, expressed his endorsement for Cillian Murphy to take on the role of the infamous Dark Lord in the upcoming Harry Potter television series reboot. This series, inspired by J.K. Rowling's beloved novels, has generated much excitement after HBO announced its casting efforts earlier in the year. Cillian Murphy has gained considerable acclaim recently, notably winning the Oscar for Best Actor for his role in 'Oppenheimer', further elevating fan interest in him as a potential candidate for the iconic villain character. As the series' producers search for new talent, names like Murphy and Mark Rylance, who is rumored to be a leading candidate for Dumbledore, have surfaced. The casting for the three young leads—Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger—is also underway, but the spotlight currently shines on who will fill Voldemort's shoes. Meanwhile, Matthew Lewis, who played Neville Longbottom in the original film series, has shared his reluctance to return to the Wizarding World, citing his short attention span and lack of interest in maintaining long-term commitments to projects. This feedback reflects a broader sentiment among original actors regarding reprising their roles in the franchise, even as the new series looks to redefine itself with fresh interpretations of its beloved characters. Fans remain eager to see how the new casting decisions will unfold as more announcements approach, especially regarding major figures like Voldemort, a role previously defined by Fiennes' memorable performance during the film adaptations.