Kit Harington Joins Harry Potter TV Series as Gilderoy Lockhart

Kit Harington joins 'Harry Potter' TV series as Gilderoy Lockhart, replacing Nicholas Hoult. HBO adapts Rowling's novels faithfully.

Editorial Desk

October 10, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — Kit Harington has joined the cast of the upcoming HBO adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels, taking on the role of Gilderoy Lockhart for the second season.

The 39-year-old Game of Thrones star expressed enthusiasm about the project, calling it a “beloved series of books” and stating that the production is doing the original works “more than justice.” He shared his excitement at the premiere of his new Charles Dickens adaptation, A Tale of Two Cities.

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Harington replaced Nicholas Hoult in the role, with the change attributed to scheduling conflicts. The show aims to remain faithful to Rowling’s novels while expanding the magical world beyond the film franchise. The first season, based on Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, will debut this Christmas.

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