British acting legend reveals ‘dream’ to play Dumbledore in Harry Potter TV series-Meghna Amin-Entertainment – Metro

British acting legend Rupert Everett has revealed his dreams to play Professor Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Harry Potter TV series.

It was confirmed last year that JK Rowling’s books were being adapted for the small screen, though further details have been kept tightly under wraps.

While some stars have swiftly ruled out appearing in the TV show, including original Dumbledore actor Richard Harris’ son Jared, rumours have been swirling over who could take on the leading roles, once played by Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe, and Rupert Grint.

And now, My Best Friend’s Wedding star Rupert has thrown his name into the mix.

Appearing on This Morning, the 65-year-old, speaking of his recent Emily In Paris role, said: ‘I always want to try and be in things that I can do better than anybody else.’

When Ben Shephard probed if he’d play Dumbledore in the new TV series, Rupert replied: ‘That’s my other dream! But that’s an uphill struggle too. Maybe, who knows?’

The star has his sights set on a new role (Picture: David Fisher/REX)

The Shrek star added: ‘The reason I want those parts is because that’s the kind of acting I could really do.’

He went on to cite his theatrical background, having risen to fame in the 1980s in a West End production of Another Country.

The role was originally played by Harris, before Michael Gambon took over after the second film.

The Harry Potter TV show has already been sparking controversy over Rowling’s involvement, with some fans planning to boycott the series over her views about the trans community and women’s rights.

Richard Harris played Professor Dumbledore in the first two movies (Picture: Getty)

Michael Gambon later replaced Harris as Dumbledore (Picture: Warner Br/Everett/Shutterstock)

Meanwhile, some fans have been reacting to the casting call stating that  auditions will be open to performers of all ethnicities, genders, and backgrounds, sparking shameful outrage for the right reasons.

HBO Max confirmed the series was officially in the works last year, saying: ‘Your Hogwarts letter is here.

‘Max has ordered the first ever #HarryPotter scripted television series, a faithful adaptation of the iconic books. #StreamOnMax.’

HBO also teased that the show will span for a decade, with each season being based off each of the seven books in the novel franchise and boasting an entirely new cast.

This Morning airs weekdays from 10am on ITV1.

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