Washington DC, April 15 -- HBO has confirmed the first cast members for the upcoming Harry Potter series. It has announced the names of the actors who will play key roles in the famous TV series, reported Variety.

According to the outlet, the cast now includes the following series regulars: John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, and Nick Frost as Rubeus Hagrid.

In addition, Luke Thallon has joined in the recurring role of Quirinus Quirrell. Paul Whitehouse will appear in the recurring role of Argus Filch in the TV series.

Francesca Gardiner, showrunner and executive producer, and Mark Mylod, director of multiple episodes and executive producer, expressed happiness on the ne...