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Johnny Flynn Cast as Lucius Malfoy in HBO Series

10/22/2025

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Story summary

Johnny Flynn, the actor, has filmed scenes as Lucius Malfoy for HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series.
Lucius Malfoy, the fictional character, first appears in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
The first season adapts The Philosopher's Stone.
The series may include new material exploring Lucius's backstory and connections to Voldemort.
Production includes flashbacks from The Deathly Hallows, with a planned premiere in 2027.

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Story summary

Johnny Flynn, the actor, has filmed scenes as Lucius Malfoy for HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series.
Lucius Malfoy, the fictional character, first appears in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.
The first season adapts The Philosopher's Stone.
The series may include new material exploring Lucius's backstory and connections to Voldemort.
Production includes flashbacks from The Deathly Hallows, with a planned premiere in 2027.