Event Brief
Kit Harington to play Gilderoy Lockhart in Potter series
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
Filed: Aug 25, 2026 at 10:08 AM ET
Summary: Kit Harington, known for “Game of Thrones,” has signed on to play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” series. The casting announcement links the actor to the character for the new adaptation.
WHO: Kit Harington
WHAT: Signed on to play Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO’s upcoming “Harry Potter” series
WHEN: Aug 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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