Ralph Fiennes Rules Out Voldemort, Names Tilda Swinton
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- Ralph Fiennes told The Claudia Winkleman Show he once wanted to reprise Voldemort but now believes the opportunity has passed.
- Ralph Fiennes said Tilda Swinton was mentioned as a contender for Voldemort and would be amazing in the role.
- Cillian Murphy told the Happy Sad Confused podcast he knows nothing about the Voldemort casting rumors.
- Ralph Fiennes endorsed Cillian Murphy for Voldemort in a December 2024 Watch What Happens Live interview with Andy Cohen.
- HBO will launch the first season of its Harry Potter series this Christmas, with the Voldemort role still uncast.
Why it matters: HBO’s unresolved Voldemort casting leaves the series without a definitive antagonist, shifting attention to potential new talent and prompting speculation that could drive buzz, while also risking fan disappointment if expectations for the iconic villain aren’t met, potentially affecting viewership.
