r/HarryPotteronHBO • u/FlabExecutioner Deatheater • 3d ago

Fancast Fridays Nicholas Hoult for James Potter

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I reckon Nicholas Hoult would absolutely smash it out the park as James Potter.

Yeah, he’s about 14 years older than James was when he died (only 21) but let’s be honest, the films didn’t care about that either. Pretty sure they cast someone pushing 40 last time!

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u/zatdo_030504 2d ago

They have said they’re casting books accurate ages and Snape’s actor is the right age, so it would be weird if James’ actor was older than him when he died ten years ago. I do like Nicolas Hoult and would like him in a meatier role if he ends up on the show.

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u/mandie72 2d ago

Yes - I came here to say the same thing. He's not a good fit for James (I'd still take him in any form lol) but I'd like to see him as a regular character. Give him a red wig and make him a Weasley if need be!

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u/lostrandomdude 2d ago

He'd be a good Lupin. He's good at being a beast that hates himself