Pakistan, Jan. 26 -- HBO has announced that Cillian Murphy will play Lord Voldemort in its upcoming Harry Potter series. Fans are excited about the news, as the show will explore Tom Riddle's origins in detail. The series aims to give a darker, more psychological take on the beloved story.

The adaptation will retell J.K. Rowling's saga over multiple seasons, allowing deeper exploration than the original films. Murphy is known for intense performances in Peaky Blinders and Oppenheimer. His casting suggests a focus on Voldemort's intellect, menace, and emotional emptiness rather than spectacle.

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