Kit Harington has been cast as Gilderoy Lockhart in HBO’s forthcoming Harry Potter television series.
The role will mark another high-profile television project for Harington, who is best known for his work with HBO on Game of Thrones. His casting brings him back to the network for a third collaboration.
Harington has previously appeared in Game of Thrones and the financial drama The Industry, both linked to HBO. His latest role places him within the new television adaptation of the Harry Potter franchise.
No further details were provided in the supplied material about the timing of the series, additional cast members, production schedule or release plans.
The latest confirmed development is Harington’s involvement in the HBO project as Gilderoy Lockhart.
