Washington DC, Feb. 18 -- Actor Daniel Radcliffe has expressed confidence in the young star set to headline HBO's upcoming 'Harry Potter' series, saying he believes the new lead will surpass his own performance in the iconic role, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

During a YouTube segment, Radcliffe was asked about the new adaptation of JK Rowling's beloved novels, which HBO plans to develop across eight seasons.

Radcliffe responded generously, predicting that the young actor playing Harry Potter, Dominic McLaughlin, would excel in the role.

"I'm sure Dominic is going to be better than me," Radcliffe said. "I learned as I went. I look back on what I did now with a lot more kindness, and I find it less embarrassing now that I'm older...