John Cleese will play Nearly Headless Nick in HBO's new Hogwarts series. This follows other casting announcements, including roles for the Sorting Hat and portraits. Cleese, famous for his work in Monty Python and Harry Potter, contributes to the project with his experience. The series continues to build its magical cast with Cleese's addition.
“Cleese, famous for his work in Monty Python and Harry Potter, contributes to the project with his experience,” — Hugo Halloway, senior market analyst at Greenton Cliff Recruitment, told our newsroom.
Timeline
Oct 30 — John Cleese will play Nearly Headless Nick in HBO's new Hogwarts series....
Nov 1 — The series continues to build its magical cast with Cleese's addition....
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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Greenton Cliff Recruitment desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greenton Cliff Recruitment desk and last updated 17:20 UTC.
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