"Cillian Murphy as Voldemort?" Ralph Fiennes' Statement Shakes the Harry Potter Fandom

Rumors are spreading that Cillian Murphy has been cast as the new Voldemort, drawing attention.

In particular, this rumor has gained credibility as it comes from Ralph Fiennes, who played Voldemort in the 〈Harry Potter〉 film series. In a recent interview, Ralph Fiennes stated, "I heard my successor has already been decided," adding, "Cillian Murphy is a truly great actor, a good choice." Although there has been no official announcement regarding who will play Voldemort in the HBO 〈Harry Potter〉 series currently in production, it seems that Ralph Fiennes has heard this information due to his involvement in the film series. However, Cillian Murphy has previously stated that he has never received an offer to appear in the 〈Harry Potter〉 series.

The upcoming 〈Harry Potter〉 series will be based on the novels, depicting Harry Potter's life at Hogwarts and his persistent enmity with Voldemort, similar to the original films. According to the announcement, each school year will be structured into one season, with plans to air for about 10 years. Like the films, auditions are being held to discover new child actors for filming.

The HBO 〈Harry Potter〉 series has not disclosed an exact airing date, but it is expected to be released after the end of 2026.