The new generation of “Harry Potter” stars is already making headlines—not just for landing iconic roles, but for the impressive salaries attached to HBO’s upcoming TV adaptation.
Young Cast, Big Paychecks
According to reports, Dominic McLaughlin (12), who will portray Harry Potter, is expected to earn around £500,000 for the first season. His co-stars Alastair Stour (12) as Ron Weasley and Arabella Stanton (11) as Hermione Granger are also set to receive similar pay.
The trio was selected after an extensive casting process involving nearly 32,000 aspiring actors, making their selection even more remarkable.
Industry insiders suggest that if the series continues through all seven books, these young actors could become multi-millionaires before reaching adulthood.
Comparison with the Original Cast
The pay structure draws comparisons with the original Harry Potter film series. Back in 2001, Daniel Radcliffe reportedly earned around £1 million for the first movie. Over time, his total earnings from the franchise reached approximately £94 million, highlighting the long-term financial potential of the series.
Record-Breaking Hype for the Series
The excitement surrounding HBO’s reboot is already evident. The first trailer for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone series broke records by crossing 277 million views within 48 hours, making it the most-watched trailer in HBO’s history.
The series is scheduled to debut in December, and expectations are high among fans worldwide.
Star-Studded Supporting Cast
In addition to the young leads, the show will feature a strong supporting cast, including:
- John Lithgow as Albus Dumbledore
- Nick Frost as Hagrid
- Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape
Meanwhile, development for the second season—based on Chamber of Secrets—is already underway. HBO executives have emphasized efforts to minimize delays between seasons, ensuring continuity as the young cast grows.
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With substantial salaries, global attention, and a long-term production plan, HBO’s Harry Potter reboot is shaping up to be a major project. For its young stars, this could mark the beginning of both a successful acting career and significant financial success at a very early age.
