In the Harry Potter franchise, Severus Snape refers to himself as the "Half-Blood Prince." But what is the meaning behind ...

Ever since it was announced that streaming giant HBO was producing a new TV series based on the Harry Potter book franchise, ...

He will be joined by Papa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Nick Frost playing Hagrid, Janet McTeer as Minerva McGonagall, Luke ...

HBO Max, the streaming service responsible for the Harry Potter reboot, has announced the casting of six major characters. The reboot promises a more book-accurate script, with the episodic TV series ...

One particular announcement raised eyebrows: The role of Severus Snape will be played by Paapa Essiedu. The problem? Essiedu, who is of African descent, is quite literally the opposite of Snape ...

"We have a Black main character," I thought to myself. "And most notably, a Black Severus Snape." Seeing Essiedu cast as part of a series that I grew up loving made me feel a sense of pride.

“But you know, still having fun, though, not boring and married like you!” And then, Professor Severus Snape (Bill Hader) ominously appears. “Still watching me from beyond,” Harry says.

Discovery on April 14, 2025, confirmed the long-running rumors that actor Paapa Essiedu has been cast as Professor Severus Snape. Essiedu's casting as Snape has been met with a lot of criticism ...

MANILA, Philippines — The upcoming "Harry Potter" series has officially made its first cast announcements, including the actors portraying Albus Dumbledore and Severus Snape. Though previously ...

Other stars confirmed for the reboot include British actor Janet McTeer as Hogwarts professor Minerva McGonagall, London-born actor Paapa Essiedu as bullying wizard Severus Snape and English actor ...

When the rumor mill started to churn about Paapa Essiedu potentially being cast as Severus Snape in a new Harry Potter remake, responses were naturally divided. Snape is hallowed ground among fans, ...