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- Alexander Skarsgård 6/4 favourite to play Voldemort.
- Big-name actors feature prominently in market.
- Specials include Emmy odds and original cast cameos.
Voldemort Casting Market Heats Up
HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter television series is currently in production and now there is particular focus on who will play the iconic villain Lord Voldemort.
Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgård has emerged as the 6/4 favourite to take on the role, as speculation intensifies around the high-profile reboot.
With HBO promising a fresh adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s books, casting decisions are expected to dominate headlines throughout the year.
Skarsgård’s 6/4 price implies a 40% probability that he will portray the Dark Lord.
Matthew Macfadyen sits second at 3/1, while Benedict Cumberbatch and Matt Smith also feature strongly in the betting.
Who Will Play Lord Voldemort?
| Actor | Odds* | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Skarsgård | 6/4 | 40.0% |
| Matthew Macfadyen | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Benedict Cumberbatch | 5/1 | 16.7% |
| Matt Smith | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Cillian Murphy | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Tom Hiddleston | 8/1 | 11.1% |
Big Names Linked to the Dark Lord
The Voldemort market is packed with heavyweight talent.
Cillian Murphy (7/1) and Tom Hiddleston (8/1) would represent dramatic, high-profile castings, while Cumberbatch’s distinctive voice has long fuelled fan speculation.
Given the prestige of the HBO project, the betting experts clearly expect an established A-list name to land the role.
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HBO Harry Potter Specials
| Market | Odds* | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Most-watched premiere on HBO Max ever | 1/1 | 50.0% |
| Any original cast member to cameo | 6/4 | 40.0% |
| Win Best Drama Series at the Emmys (S1) | 2/1 | 33.3% |
| Show to be cancelled | 6/1 | 14.3% |
| Daniel Radcliffe to appear | 12/1 | 7.7% |
*As betting sites currently aren't taking bets on this event, odds have been compiled as theoretical probability from an entertainment perspective only and come from an industry expert
The market suggests strong confidence in the show’s launch, with evens offered on it becoming HBO Max’s most-watched premiere ever.
Cameo Speculation Builds
One of the most intriguing markets is whether any original cast member will make a cameo appearance.
Priced at 6/4 (40% implied probability), the experts believe there’s a real chance that at least one familiar face could appear.
Daniel Radcliffe himself is 12/1 to feature in the show, though that remains considered unlikely at this stage.
The show is also 2/1 to win Best Drama Series at the Emmys in its first season.
That pricing reflects both the strength of the Harry Potter brand and HBO’s track record with prestige television.
Meanwhile, 6/1 is offered on the show being cancelled suggesting strong market confidence in its long-term viability.
A Franchise Reborn
With HBO’s Harry Potter reboot already generating huge anticipation, betting markets are reflecting the scale of expectation.
Alexander Skarsgård leads the Voldemort race for now, but with casting rumours evolving rapidly, plenty of twists could lie ahead.
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