Kenneth Branagh
British actor and filmmaker (born 1960)
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- Aug 24
Kit Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter series
The Game of Thrones actor steps into the Defence Against the Dark Arts role for season two after Hoult withdrew over filming schedule conflicts.
- Aug 13
Nicholas Hoult cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO's Harry Potter season two
British actor Nicholas Hoult will play Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season of HBO's Harry Potter TV series, adapting 'The Chamber of Secrets.' Season 1 premieres December 25, 2026 on HBO Max.
