John Cleese will play Nearly Headless Nick in HBO's new Hogwarts series. This follows other casting announcements, including roles for the Sorting Hat and portraits. Cleese, famous for his work in Monty Python and Harry Potter, adds to the project with his experience. The series is expanding its magical cast with Cleese's addition.
“This follows other casting announcements, including roles for the Sorting Hat and portraits,” — Simone Whitfield, policy watcher at Kesley Dale Practice, added during the briefing.
Timeline
Oct 30 — John Cleese will play Nearly Headless Nick in HBO's new Hogwarts series....
Nov 1 — The series is expanding its magical cast with Cleese's addition....
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 28. The Kesley Dale Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Friday, Nov 6.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Kesley Dale Practice desk and last updated 15:29 UTC.
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