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Kit Harington takes on the role of Gilderoy Lockhart in Harry Potter series

Kit Harington will portray Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter series in its second season after Nicholas Hoult dropped out due to scheduling conflicts.

25 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Kit Harington takes on the role of Gilderoy Lockhart in Harry Potter series — Photo: Gage Skidmore · Flickr · BY-SA

British actor Kit Harington, known for his role in Game of Thrones, will take on the character of Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season of HBO's new Harry Potter series. This has been reported by outlets including BBC News and El Comercio. Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult, who originally held the role.

The changes regarding the casting appear to be due to scheduling conflicts on Hoult's part, according to reports. Hoult is another British actor who has gained significant fame through various films and series.

Harington is already well-known for his collaboration with HBO, having starred not only in Game of Thrones but also in the financial drama series The Industry. This casting marks his third collaboration with the network, as noted by BBC News and other sources.

The character of Gilderoy Lockhart, which Harington will now embody, is considered a significant and memorable figure in the Harry Potter universe. Lockhart is described as an arrogant and vain wizard who teaches at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

The first season of the Harry Potter series is set to premiere on HBO Max at Christmas, gradually building anticipation for the continuation of the series. However, details about the exact start date of the second season, in which Harington will appear, remain unknown.

With the recasting, there is a clear focus on the development of characters and storyline. Harington's transition to the Harry Potter series has generated significant interest among fans eager for upcoming developments.

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